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Question

Which one of the following cases outlined the basic structure doctrine of the Indian Constitution?

  1. Gopalan v/s Madras State
  2. Golaknath v/s Punjab State
  3. Keshava Nand Bharti v/s Kerala State
  4. None of these

Answer:

Option C: Keshava Nand Bharti v/s Kerala State

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Keshava Nand Bharti v/s Kerala State”.

The basic structure doctrine of the Indian Constitution was outlined in the landmark case of Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala (1973).