SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court interpreted the doctrine of separation of powers in relation to the 42nd Amendment by emphasizing that the amendment should not violate the basic structure of the Constitution.
DETAILS:
- The Supreme Court held that the 42nd Amendment, which made significant changes to the Constitution, could not alter the fundamental framework of governance.
- The Court stressed that each branch of government (executive, legislature, judiciary) must operate within its own domain without overstepping into the functions of the others.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If an amendment violates the basic structure, it can be declared unconstitutional.
SOURCE:
- Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala, 1973 (Landmark judgment on the basic structure doctrine)
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