The State has travelled a long journey from its initial stage, the city-state, to the present form, the nation-state. The change in the form of the State can largely be attributed to the evolution of society and socio-economic development. Its form has reflected changes in the realm of society, economies, cultures, religious views and scientific developments. A brief survey of the evolution of the State may drive the point home. However, most of the literature on the subject gives only the eurocentric view of the growth of the State. It may be useful to cite relevant developments in Asia, especially in India.
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