Read the statement given below: "The Indian State has many checks and balances to prevent the misuse of powers." Choose the correct option that represents the meaning of 'Indian State' in the above statement.

The term 'Indian State' in political science context refers to the entire Indian political system, which includes the Legislature, Executive, Judiciary, and bureaucracy at both central and state levels. The system of checks and balances operates across all these branches to prevent misuse of power. It is not limited to just the central government, bureaucracy, or any single state government. Hence option (4) is correct.