Question

In the Kesavananda Bharati vs. State of Kerala judgment, the Supreme Court of India asserted its right

• A. to strike down amendments to the Constitution
• B. to strike down the appointment to the Constitutional posts
• C. to strike down the election conducted in a State
• D. to strike down the election of Chief Minister of a State

Hint:

Kesavananda Bharati case = "Basic Structure Doctrine"
This doctrine protects the core principles of the Constitution.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The Kesavananda Bharati Case (1973) is one of the most important constitutional judgments in India.
Main outcome:
- The Supreme Court introduced the Basic Structure Doctrine, which says that while Parliament can amend the Constitution, it cannot change its “basic structure.”
Basic structure includes:
- Rule of law,
- Separation of powers,
- Fundamental rights,
- Judicial review, etc.
So, the Court gained the power to strike down any constitutional amendment that violates the basic structure.