SHORT ANSWER:
The Supreme Court's decision in Minerva Mills v. Union of India reinforced the basic structure doctrine of the Constitution.
DETAILS:
- The court held that Parliament cannot alter or destroy the basic structure of the Constitution.
- It emphasized the importance of fundamental rights and the balance between fundamental rights and directive principles.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Any amendment that violates the basic structure can be struck down by the judiciary.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Supreme Court Judgments
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