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Which of the following statements is true about the basic structure doctrine?
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Which of the following statements is true about the basic structure doctrine?

A.

This is an India judicial principle.

B.

This doctrine is based on the Supreme Court of India’s decision in the case of Kesavanada Bharti.

C.

This doctrine applies only to constitutional amendments.

D.

More then one of the above

E.

None of the above

Correct option is D

The basic structure doctrine is a judicial principle established by the Supreme Court of India that states certain fundamental features of the Constitution cannot be altered by any constitutional amendment. The statements given are:
(a) True. This is an Indian judicial principle that originated in India.
(b) True. This doctrine is based on the Supreme Court of India's decision in the landmark case of Kesavananda Bharati vs. The State of Kerala in 1973.
(c) True. This doctrine applies specifically to constitutional amendments, stating that no amendment can destroy the basic structure of the Constitution.Given that all these statements are correct, the true statement about the basic structure doctrine is: (d) More than one of the above.

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