In the S.R. Bommai case (1994), which of the following was added to the list of basic features of the Constitution?
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Correct answer: Both (a) and (b)
The S.R. Bommai judgement held that Secularism and Federalism are essential parts of the basic structure. The court ruled that the misuse of Article 356 (President's Rule) could be judicially reviewed based on these principles.
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