‘State’ under Article 12 of the Constitution
Article 12 defines the term “State”. It says that the term “State” includes the following :
- The Government and Parliament of India, i.e. Executive and Legislature of the Union.
- The Government and Legislature of each state, i.e. Executive and Legislature of the State.
- All local and other Authorities within the Territory of India.
- All local and other Authorities are under the control of the Government of India.
Article 12 – Definition of State – UPSC Notes
Article 12 of the Indian Constitution defines the term “State” mentioned in the constitution. It includes the Central Government, the Parliament, the State Government, the State Legislature, and some other local authorities which will be considered “States” under the Constitution. In this article, we are going to discuss Article 12 of the Constitution, the definition of State under Article 12, and some major cases raised against Article 12 of the Indian Constitution.
Table of Content
- Article 12 of the Indian Constitution
- ‘State’ under Article 12 of the Constitution
- ‘Other Authorities’ under Article 12 of the Constitution
- Public Authority under Article 12 of the Indian Constitution
- Case Laws on Article 12 of the Indian Constitution
- Major Cases Raised Against Article 12 of the Indian Constitution
- Conclusion
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