Which one of the following is the most accurate meaning of the term ‘the State’, as defined in Part-III of the Constitution of India ?
The Union Government, all State Governments and all local authorities within the territory of India
The Parliament of India and State Legislatures
The Union Government and the Parliament of India
The Union Government, all State Governments, Parliament of India and all State Legislatures and all local or other authorities within the territory of India
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– The Government and Parliament of India
– The Government and the Legislature of each of the States
– All local or other authorities within the territory of India
– All local or other authorities under the control of the Government of India.
Option D provides the most comprehensive list that aligns precisely with the definition given in Article 12, including the Union Government, all State Governments, Parliament, State Legislatures, and all local or other authorities.
– The definition is broad, encompassing not just the executive and legislative branches at the Union and State levels, but also local bodies and other authorities exercising governmental power.