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Salient Features of the Indian Constitution Quiz

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What is the significance of the 42nd Amendment Act (1976) in the Indian Constitution?

It had no significant impact on the Constitution.
It made substantial changes to various parts of the Constitution. (correct)
It upheld the basic structure of the Constitution.
It borrowed features from other Constitutions of the world.

Which Supreme Court case ruled that the constituent power of Parliament does not enable it to alter the ‘basic structure’ of the Constitution?

Indira Gandhi vs. Raj Narain case (1975)
S. R. Bommai case (1994)
Minerva Mills case (1980)
Kesavananda Bharati case (1973) (correct)

What distinguishes the Indian Constitution from the Constitutions of other countries?

It allows Parliament to alter the ‘basic structure’ at any time.
It has been amended more times than any other Constitution.
It does not have any original features.
It has several salient features borrowed from other Constitutions. (correct)

Which Amendments are known for bringing substantial changes to the Indian Constitution?

<p>7th, 42nd, 44th, 73rd, 74th, 97th and 101st Amendments (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was ruled by the Supreme Court in the Kesavananda Bharati case (1973)?

<p>Parliament cannot alter the ‘basic structure’ of the Constitution. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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42nd Amendment Act

The 42nd Amendment Act (1976) made significant changes to the Indian Constitution, modifying its fundamental principles and structure.

Basic Structure Doctrine

In the Kesavananda Bharati case (1973), the Supreme Court declared that Parliament's power to amend the Constitution has limitations. It cannot alter the Constitution's fundamental core or 'basic structure'.

Unique features of Indian Constitution

The Indian Constitution stands out as a unique document, drawing inspiration from various constitutions worldwide, creating a special blend of features.

Key Amendments

Amendments like the 7th, 42nd, 44th, 73rd, 74th, 97th, and 101st have significantly reshaped the Indian Constitution, bringing about major changes in its governance and structure.

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Parliament's power to amend

The Supreme Court in the Kesavananda Bharati case (1973) established that Parliament cannot modify the fundamental core or 'basic structure' of the Indian Constitution. It limits Parliament's power to amend the Constitution.

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