SHORT ANSWER:
The reaffirmation of the basic structure doctrine by the Supreme Court limits Parliament's power to amend the Constitution in a way that alters its fundamental framework.
DETAILS:
- The basic structure doctrine ensures that certain fundamental features of the Constitution cannot be changed or destroyed by amendments.
- This doctrine was established in the Kesavananda Bharati case (1973) and has been upheld in subsequent rulings.
- Future constitutional amendments must respect the basic structure, which includes elements like the supremacy of the Constitution, rule of law, and separation of powers.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Amendments violating the basic structure may be struck down by the Supreme Court.
SOURCE:
- Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala (1973)
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