Article 12 of the Indian Constitution provides a broad definition of the term "State" for the purposes of enforcing fundamental rights as outlined in Part III of the Constitution. This definition is crucial for determining which entities are subject to judicial review regarding their actions that may infringe upon fundamental rights.
Definition of "State" under Article 12
Article 12 states that "the State" includes:
1.The Government and Parliament of India: This encompasses both the executive and legislative branches at the national level.
2. The Government and Legislature of each State: This includes state governments and their respective legislative bodies.
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