Multiple choice

Consider the following statements in relation to the Advocate General of a State.

  1. He is the first law officer of a State.
  2. He is appointed by the President but his remunerations are determined by the Governor of the State.
  3. He must be qualified to become the Chief Justice of the High Court before getting appointed to the post of Advocate General.
  4. He holds the office during the pleasure of the Governor.

Which of the statements given are correct?

  1. Only 1 and 3

  2. Only 1, 3 and 4

  3. Only 1 and 4

  4. Only 1, 2 and 4
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Statement 1 is correct: Advocate General of a State is the first law officer of the State.

Statement 2 is incorrect: He is appointed by the Governor. His remunerations are also determined by the Governor of the State.

Statement 3 is incorrect: He must be qualified to become a justice of the High Court, and not the Chief Justice, before getting appointed to the post of Advocate General. Statement 4 is correct: He holds the office during the pleasure of the Governor.

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