- The Attorney General is the highest law officer of the Union Government. - Appointed by the President, they hold office during the pleasure of the President. - Their duty is to give advice to the Government of India upon such legal matters as may be referred to them by the President. - A key privilege is the right of audience in all courts in India.
In the performance of his official duties, the Attorney General shall have a right of audience in
Asked in GPSC Prelims CSP 1 2023 · Topic: The Attorney General and the C.A.G. (Rights, Privileges, and Limitations of Attorney General)
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Answer: D. In all Courts in the territory of India
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