State is abstract but the government is concrete.

The statement that state is abstract but the government is concrete" reflects a common conceptual distinction in political and governance theory.

01.State as Abstract: The state is a concept an idea or a name used to denote a community of person territory persons living on a definite territory and organized for the exercise of sovereignty. The state can not be seen on touched. It is an abstract entity that exists, in the minds of people.

02.Government as concrete: On the other hand, the government is the concrete face of the state. It is the collection of people and institutions that are responsible for running the state and carrying out its functions. The government is visible and tangible. It has offices, buildings and employees. It also has the power to make and enforce laws, provide public services and collect taxes.