Which one of the following does not fall within the meaning of 'State' under Article 12 of the Indian Constitution?

Chief Election Commissioner of India may be removed by

A. Resolution of cabinet by two third majority

B. Resolution of both houses

C. On recommendation of Chief Justice of India

D. None of these

The largest committee of Parliament of India is

A. Public Accounts Committee

B. Estimates Committee

C. Committee on Public Undertakings

D. Joint Parliamentary Committee

Which among the following statements is/are true according to I. R. Coelho v. State of Tamil Nadu?
1. Judicial Review on legislations inserted in Schedule 9 is allowed when the legislation is not in conformity with basic structure doctrine.
2. Legislation effecting Fundamental Rights can be reviewed.

A. Only 1

B. Only 2

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

Ordinance promulgated by President under Article 123 of the Constitution of India shall cease to operate after . . . . . . . .

A. 3 months

B. 6 months

C. 6 weeks

D. 15 days