Questions :
Which landmark Supreme Court case established the doctrine of “Basic Structure” of the Indian Constitution?
Options :
- Golaknath Case
- Kesavananda Bharati Case
- Minerva Mills Case
- Maneka Gandhi Case
correct answer : b)
Explanation :
The doctrine of Basic Structure was laid down in the Kesavananda Bharati case (1973), which held that Parliament cannot alter the basic structure of the Constitution. The Golaknath case restricted Parliament’s power to amend Fundamental Rights but did not define Basic Structure. The Minerva Mills case strengthened the Basic Structure doctrine later. The Maneka Gandhi case dealt mainly with Article 21 and personal liberty.