A member who votes contrary to the direction of their Parliamentary Party (also called “floor-crossing” or “defection”) does not automatically get disqualified.
The head of the political party must make a declaration to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) requesting action against the member.
Only after the ECP considers the declaration and verifies that the member violated party directives, can the seat be declared vacant and the member be disqualified.
So, in your MCQ:
Question:
What happens to a member of a Parliamentary Party who votes contrary to the direction issued by the Parliamentary Party in relation to the election of the Prime Minister or the Chief Minister?
Correct Answer:
B) They are declared to have defected from the political party. ✅
Explanation (5–6 lines):
When a member votes against their Parliamentary Party’s direction, they are considered to have defected. However, they are not automatically disqualified. The head of the political party must file a complaint with the Election Commission of Pakistan. The ECP then investigates and can declare the member’s seat vacant if the violation is confirmed. This process ensures due procedure is followed and protects the rights of both the member and the party.
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