SHORT ANSWER:
The Indian Supreme Court uses the doctrine of judicial review to assess if constitutional amendments violate the basic structure of the Constitution.
DETAILS:
- The Supreme Court can invalidate amendments that alter the fundamental framework of the Constitution.
- Key cases include Kesavananda Bharati case (1973) which established the basic structure doctrine.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Invalidated amendments cannot be enforced.
SOURCE:
- Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala, 1973; Constitution of India.
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