When people hear that Parliament can “amend the Constitution”, many assume it can rewrite anything it likes with enough votes.
But there is a hidden boundary that even a unanimous parliament cannot cross. The Basic Structure Doctrine draws that line: it keeps our most important constitutional principles – like free elections, independent courts and basic liberties – out of reach of political convenience.
This video breaks down how that boundary works in simple language, why courts in Malaysia and across the Commonwealth take it seriously, and what it means for you.
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