Article 12 defines 'State' in relation to Fundamental Rights. In this context, which of the following bodies come under the definition of 'State'? 1. All nationalized banks 2. Food Corporation of India 3. International Airports Authority Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Fundamental Rights — question ID 289

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Explanation

According to Article 12, the term 'State' includes: Gov and Parliament of India, Gov and Legislature of all states, all local authorities, and other authorities. The Supreme Court has interpreted 'other authorities' in various cases to include entities like nationalized banks, Food Corporation of India (FCI), LIC, ONGC, International Airports Authority, etc.