Which one of the following statements about the Attorney-General of India is NOT correct ?
The person must be qualified to be appointed as a judge of the Supreme Court
He/she enjoys right of audience only in the Supreme Court and High Courts in India
He/she holds office during the pleasure of the President
He/she receives remuneration as determined by the President
Answer is Right!
Answer is Wrong!
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UPSC CAPF – 2020
The Attorney-General is the highest law officer of the Union Government. The person must be qualified to be appointed a judge of the Supreme Court (Article 76(1)). The AG holds office during the pleasure of the President and receives such remuneration as the President may determine (Article 76(4)). The AG is appointed by the President and advises the Government of India on legal matters.