The concept of a structured constitution having immutable principles is protected via the Basic Structure doctrine. Which of the following features was recognized as part of this basic structure in the landmark S.R. Bommai case (1994)?
Introduction, Making & Features of the Constitution — question ID 1174
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Explanation
In the landmark S.R. Bommai vs. Union of India case (1994), the Supreme Court explicitly held that Secularism and Federalism are essential elements of the Basic Structure of the Indian Constitution. This significantly restricted the arbitrary use of Article 356 (President's Rule) in states.