Question

Consider the following statements about the provisions of Article 12 of the Indian Constitution:

1. It defines the ‘State’.

2. Parliament and the State Legislature are part of the State.

Which of the following statement(s) is/are CORRECT?

• A. 1 Only
• B. 2 Only
• C. Both 1 & 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Both 1 & 2

Explanation:

Article 12: As per the provisions, “the State” includes the Government and Parliament of India and the Government and the Legislature of each of the States and all local or other authorities within the territory of India or under the control of the Government of India.