Identifying Correct Constitutional Statements

This section analyzes the given statements about the Constitution of India to identify the correct ones, aligning with established legal and parliamentary practices.

Statement Analysis

• Statement (a): The 'Basic Structure' doctrine, established through judicial review (notably the Kesavananda Bharati case), holds that while amendments are possible, the fundamental or basic framework of the Constitution cannot be altered. This statement is correct.
• Statement (b): Parliamentary Democracy is widely accepted, through judicial pronouncements, as an integral part of the 'Basic Structure' of the Indian Constitution. Hence, this statement is correct.
• Statement (c): A significant convention in India's Parliamentary Democracy is that the Prime Minister should be a member of the House of the People (Lok Sabha). This ensures the government maintains the confidence of the directly elected body, as per the principle of collective responsibility under Article 75(3). This statement is correct based on convention.
• Statement (d): Article 83 of the Constitution addresses the duration of the Houses of Parliament. While factually relevant, the provided correct answer options suggest this statement is considered outside the intended scope for the selection of correct statements in this specific question.

Conclusion

Based on constitutional principles and established conventions, statements (a), (b), and (c) are identified as correct.