Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala (1973)
criminal clat_ug beginner real_caseThis case is a game-changer in the history of Indian law. The Supreme Court, in a 7:6 verdict, introduced the concept of 'Basic Structure' of the Constitution. The court held that the Parliament cannot amend provisions that form the basic structure of the Constitution. This ruling effectively gave the judiciary the power to check the legislative branch, limiting its ability to alter the Constitution.
What do you guys think about this judgment? Is it a necessary check on the power of the Parliament, or is it a threat to the democratic process? Can the judiciary be trusted to decide what's constitutional and what's not?
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Hey guys, just came across Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala (1973) in our constitutional law notes and I'm hyped! This landmark judgment by the SC reinforced the basic structure doctrine, limiting the power of Parliament to amend the Constitution. It's a must-read for anyone interested in constitutional law. Let's discuss, anyone?