2025 · Q81
As defined in Article 12 of the Constitution of India, 'State' includes:
- 1Parliament of India
- 2State Government
- 3State Legislatures
- 4Local authorities in India Select the answer using the code given below:
General KnowledgeIndian Polity and Governance
- A1 and 3 only
- B1, 2 and 3 only
- C1, 2, 3 and 4
- D2 and 4 only
Explanation
All four are included. Article 12 defines 'the State' for the purposes of Part III (Fundamental Rights) to include the Government and Parliament of India, the Government and legislatures of each of the states, and all local or other authorities within the territory of India. This wide definition ensures that fundamental rights can be enforced against public authorities of every kind.