Multiple choice

From which of the following cases the principle of 'balance between DPSPs and Fundamental Rights' originated?

  1. Keshvananda Bharati Case

  2. Golaknath Case

  3. Minerva Mills Case

  4. Berubari Case
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Explanation

The Minerva Mills case (1980) established the principle of balance between Directive Principles (DPSPs) and Fundamental Rights. The Court held that Fundamental Rights and DPSPs are complementary and must be harmonized. This case invalidated parts of the 42nd Amendment that gave DPSPs primacy.

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