SHORT ANSWER:
The Kesavananda Bharati case established the basic structure doctrine, which limits Parliament's power to amend the Constitution.
DETAILS:
- The case was heard by the Supreme Court of India in 1973.
- The petitioner, Kesavananda Bharati, challenged the 24th Amendment and the 25th Amendment of the Constitution.
- The Supreme Court ruled that while Parliament has the power to amend the Constitution, it cannot alter the basic structure or framework of the Constitution.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The ruling prevents any constitutional amendments that would destroy the fundamental features of the Constitution.
SOURCE:
- Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala, 1973, Supreme Court of India.
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