Q: (SSC/0)
question_subject:
Polity
question_exam:
SSC
stats:
0,73,8,1,3,73,4
keywords:
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The theory of "basic structure" of the Indian Constitution was established by the Supreme Court in the Kesavananda Bharati case. In this case, the Supreme Court ruled that while the Parliament has the power to amend the Constitution, it cannot alter or destroy its basic structure. The basic structure doctrine refers to the fundamental principles and values on which the Constitution is based, such as democracy, secularism, rule of law, and judicial review. This landmark case is significant as it put limitations on the power of the Parliament to amend the Constitution and safeguarded the core principles of the Indian Constitution.