In a landmark judgement in Kesavananda Bharati case, the Supreme Court clarified the scope of the power to amend the constitution. According to that judgement, the power to amend
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In a landmark judgement in Kesavananda Bharati case, the Supreme Court clarified the scope of the power to amend the constitution. According to that judgement, the power to amend
- is absolute and without limits
- cannot be used to destroy the basic structure
- does not apply to Fundamental Duties
- can be exercised only after a national referendum
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - cannot be used to destroy the basic structure
In Kesavananda Bharati (1973) the Supreme Court held that Parliament's power to amend under Article 368 cannot be used to destroy the basic structure or basic features of the Constitution. It is not absolute and needs no referendum.
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