Consider the following statements:
Assertion (A): Parliament possesses the power to amend Fundamental Rights, including abridging them, but this power is not absolute.
Reason (R): Whenever Parliament abridges any Fundamental Right, it is mandatory under the Constitution to provide a detailed written explanation.
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Assertion (A) is correct because while Parliament can amend Fundamental Rights, its power is limited by the 'Basic Structure' doctrine. Reason (R) is false because there is no such constitutional requirement mandating a formal written explanation from Parliament to abridge a fundamental right.

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