Article 12 defines 'State' to include the Union Government and Parliament, State Governments and Legislatures, and all local or other authorities within India or under the control of the Government of India. Statutory bodies, public sector undertakings, and other bodies functioning under government control can be considered 'State'.
As per the Article 12 of the Indian Constitution, State includes the following :
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Answer: A. The Government and Parliament of In‐ dia.
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