Question

Which of the following best defines the Parliamentary term 'Crossing the Floor'?
A. Leaving the opposition to join the party in power or vice-versa by a Parliamentarian
B. An attempt to occupy the seat of some other Parliamentarian
C. Leaving a House by a minister in between in order to attend the other House
D. Walkout by some Parliamentarians in order to boycott the proceedings of the House

Answer 1

Hint: In modern politics and history, the parliament is the legislative body of the government. Generally, modern parliaments have three functions: representing voters, making laws, and supervising the government through hearings and inquiry meetings.

Complete Answer:
In the political field, it is said that if the loyalty of the party is changed, politicians will cross the line. Crossing the floor may mean being elected as a member of the first party, or a second party after voting against the approved party’s line change. In Nigeria, crossing the carpet or carpet crossing is used. Voting against the party’s line may lead to consequences such as loss of position (e.g. as a minister or portfolio critic) or being expelled from the party caucus. Although these practices are legally permitted in most countries or regions, cross-border statements may cause controversy and media attention. Some countries, such as India, Maldives, and Bangladesh, have enacted laws to withdraw their parliamentarians from parliament due to cross-border. So, the parliamentary term "crossing the Floor" means leaving the opposition to join the ruling party or vice versa by a member of parliament. For matters to be resolved in Parliament, a vote must take place. Parliamentary parties usually vote as a team, with all party members voting in the same way. Crossing the floor happens when a member of the parliamentary party walks through the hall to vote against his party.
So, the correct answer is Option A.

Note: In Australia, one of the main parties, the Australian Labor Party asked its members to pledge their support for the group's collective decision, which theoretically barred them from “crossing the floor" about them.