Question

In which case was a Legislative Society held to be "State" for the purpose of Article 12?

• A. Ajay Hasia vs. Khalid Mujib
• B. Sukhdev vs. Bhagatram
• C. R.D. Shetty vs. International Airport Authority
• D. Som Prakash vs. Union of India

Hint:

Bodies under government control may fall within the definition of "State" under Article 12.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Article 12 definition.
Article 12 defines "State" broadly to include government bodies and authorities.

Step 2: Case law.
In Ajay Hasia vs. Khalid Mujib (1981), the Supreme Court held that even a registered society can be considered "State" under Article 12 if it is under functional, financial, and administrative control of the government.

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