Under Article 63A, who makes the declaration that a member of a parliamentary party has defected?
Correct answer: A. The head of the political party
- A. The head of the political party
- B. The Chief Election Commissioner
- C. The Speaker of the National Assembly
- D. The Chief Justice of Pakistan
Explanation
The head of the political party makes the declaration after the member votes or abstains contrary to the party direction in matters specified by Article 63A. The declaration is then referred to the Election Commission for decision.
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