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Question

The concept of "Basic Structure of the Constitution" was propounded by the Supreme Court in the case of:

  1. Keshvanand Bharti vs State of Kerala – 1973
  2. Golaknath vs State of Punjab – 1967
  3. Chitralekha vs State of Mysore – 1964
  4. Yusuf vs State of Bombay – 1954

Answer:

Option A: Keshvanand Bharti vs State of Kerala – 1973

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Keshvanand Bharti vs State of Kerala – 1973”.

The concept of 'Basic Structure of the Constitution' was propounded by the Supreme Court in the case of - Keshvanand Bharti vs State of Kerala – 1973.  

This landmark case established the principle that while Parliament has the power to amend the Constitution, it cannot alter its fundamental features or 'basic structure'.