Understanding the Concept of a State

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What defines the term 'State' for the Fundamental Rights entailed in Articles 14 to 35?

The Constitution

Article 14

Article 35

Article 12 (correct)

Is the judiciary considered a 'State' under Article 12?

No, it is not explicitly mentioned (correct)

Only the Supreme Court is considered a 'State'

Yes, as per Black’s Law dictionary

Yes, according to the Constitution

According to Black’s Law dictionary, what is the difference between 'State' and 'Government'?

'State' refers to the entire country, 'Government' refers to specific entities within it

'State' only deals with international affairs, 'Government' with domestic affairs

'Government' is a subset of 'State' (correct)

State has no power, only Government does

What is the hallmark of a State?

Sovereignty Signup and view all the answers

How does society contribute to the formation of a State?

By providing the structure for political organization Signup and view all the answers

What does Black’s Law dictionary define as a ‘State’?

A system of rules by which jurisdiction and authority are exercised over a politically organized body of people Signup and view all the answers

According to the Indian Constitution, what does Article 12 include in its definition of 'State'?

Government and Parliament of India, Government and Legislature of each State, and all local or other authorities within India or under the control of the Indian Government Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Article 12 in the Indian Constitution?

Defining the term 'State' as used in the Fundamental Rights provisions of the Constitution Signup and view all the answers

Which entities fall under the category of 'State' as defined by Article 12?

Government and Parliament of India, Government and Legislature of each State, all local or other authorities within India, but not under Indian Government control Signup and view all the answers