A state is a notion, an idea, or a word that refers to a group of people who live in a certain area and are organized to exercise sovereignty. The people of the state form the government. It is composed of people's representatives. It has a distinct and well-defined structure and form.
State is a concept, an idea or a name used to denote a community of persons living on a definite territory and organised for the exercise of sovereignty. ... Government is made by the people of the State. It is formed by the representatives of the people. It has a definite and defined organisation and form.