Basic structure doctrine sample question

Question

The basic structure doctrine is most closely associated with which Supreme Court case?

1. A. Golaknath case
2. B. Kesavananda Bharati case
3. C. Minerva Mills case
4. D. Maneka Gandhi case

Correct answer

Option B: Kesavananda Bharati case

The Kesavananda Bharati case is associated with the basic structure doctrine, which limits Parliament's power to amend the Constitution in a way that damages its basic framework.

Why the other options are wrong

• Golaknath is important for constitutional amendment history but is not the case most closely linked with the basic structure doctrine.
• Minerva Mills reinforced parts of the doctrine but did not originate the association.
• Maneka Gandhi is closely linked with Article 21 and due process expansion.

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