The Constitution (Article 165) establishes the position of the advocate general for the states, serving as the highest legal officer in the state. This role is analogous to the Attorney General of India.
The governor appoints the advocate general, who must be eligible for a high court judgeship. Specifically, the appointee should be an Indian citizen with ten years of judicial experience or ten years as an advocate in a high court.
Governor of state appoint State Advocate General
The Constitution sets no fixed remuneration for the advocate general. The governor determines their remuneration, allowing flexibility in compensation.
The advocate general, as the chief law officer of the state government, has the right to speak and participate in the proceedings of both Houses of the state legislature or any relevant committee, with the exception of voting rights. Additionally, the advocate general is entitled to all the privileges and immunities granted to a member of the state legislature.
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1. What is the role of the Advocate General of India? |
2. What are the qualifications required to become the Advocate General of India? |
3. What is the term of office for the Advocate General of India? |
4. What are the duties and powers of the Advocate General of India? |
5. How is the Advocate General different from the Attorney General of India? |
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