Question
Download Solution PDFAs the highest law officer in India, which of the following statements about the Attorney General of India (AGI) are correct?
A. The AGI is appointed by the President of India.
B. The AGI must be qualified to be appointed as a judge of the Supreme Court.
C. The AGI is a member of the Cabinet.
D. The AGI advises the Government of India on legal matters.
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is A, B and D only.
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- This is a static general knowledge question about the constitutional post of the Attorney General of India.
Key Points
- The AGI is appointed by the President of India under Article 76 of the Constitution.
- To be eligible, a person must be qualified to be appointed as a judge of the Supreme Court.
- The AGI advises the Government of India on legal matters.
- The AGI is not a member of the Cabinet and does not have the right to vote in Parliament, though they may be invited to speak in parliamentary proceedings.
Additional Information
- First AGI: M.C. Setalvad
- Current AGI (as of 2024): R. Venkataramani
- Tenure: No fixed term; serves at the pleasure of the President
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