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BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 108

In which case did the Supreme Court first propound the doctrine of the 'basic structure' of the Constitution?

  1. Golaknath vs State of Punjab
  2. Kesavananda Bharati vs State of Kerala
  3. Minerva Mills vs Union of India
  4. Both (A) and (B)
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Answer: (B) Kesavananda Bharati vs State of Kerala

Explanation

In Kesavananda Bharati (1973), a 13-judge bench held Parliament cannot alter the Constitution's basic structure.

  • (A) Incorrect

    Wrong: Golaknath (1967) held Parliament cannot amend FRs, but did not use 'basic structure'.

  • (B) Correct

    Correct: the 1973 judgment introduced the basic structure doctrine.

  • (C) Incorrect

    Wrong: Minerva Mills (1980) applied and strengthened it.

  • (D) Incorrect

    Wrong: only Kesavananda first laid it down.