The Indian Constitution defines the structure and functioning of State Legislatures under Articles 168 to 177. These provisions explain how state legislatures are formed, their composition, duration, sessions, and the roles of the Governor, ministers, and Advocate-General. The framework ensures democratic law-making at the state level while maintaining constitutional balance.

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•  Articles 168–177 deal with State Legislature
•  Every state has a legislature and the Governor
•  Some states have two Houses; most have one
•  Bicameral states have Assembly and Council
•  Parliament can create or abolish Legislative Councils
•  Assembly resolution needs special majority
•  Assembly size based on population norms
•  Council members chosen by multiple methods
•  Assembly and Council have fixed terms
• Governor controls sessions and addresses Houses