Question

The power to make changes in the Constitution without altering the basic structure of the Constitution lies with ______.

Options

• Parliament

• Citizens

• President

• Vice-President

Answer 1

The power to make changes in the Constitution without altering the basic structure of the Constitution lies with Parliament.

Explanation:

The Parliament has the power to amend the Constitution and make changes, but the Supreme Court has held that while Parliament may amend provisions it cannot destroy or alter the Constitution's “basic structure”, amendments breaching that basic structure can be struck down.