Question

the power to conduct elections and establish local governments belongs to the
state governments
federal government
municipal governments
international organizations

Explanation:

In the context of government powers (especially in a federal system like the US), the power to conduct elections and establish local governments is typically a power reserved for state governments. The federal government has more overarching, national powers, municipal governments are local and derive power from states, and international organizations don't have this domestic governance power.

Answer:

A. state governments