The 'basic structure' doctrine limits the amending power of the Parliament, stating that it cannot amend the Constitution in a way that alters its basic framework or essential features.
The doctrine of 'basic structure' in the context of Indian Constitution was propounded in which of the following cases for the first time?
Asked in mppsc 2025 2025 · Topic: Articles of the Constitution (Articles on Constitutional Amendment Procedures)
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Answer: D. Kesavananda Bharati V. State of Kerala
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