GS PrelimsPolityAttorney General of India (AG)2000 Consider the following statements about the Attorney General of India:
1. He is appointed by the President of India.
2. He must have the same qualifications as are required for a Judge of the Supreme Court.
3. He must be a member of either House of Parliament.
4. He can be removed by impeachment by Parliament.
Which of these statements are correct?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation
Evaluating the statements about the Attorney General of India (AGI):
1. Statement 1: The AGI is appointed by the President of India under Article 76(1) of the Constitution. (Correct)
2. Statement 2: Article 76(1) also states that the AGI must be a person qualified to be appointed as a Judge of the Supreme Court. (Correct)
3. Statement 3: The AGI is not required to be a member of either House of Parliament. However, under Article 88, the AGI has the right to speak and take part in the proceedings of either House, any joint sitting, and any committee of Parliament of which he may be named a member, but shall not be entitled to vote. (Incorrect)
4. Statement 4: The AGI holds office during the pleasure of the President (Article 76(4)) and can be removed by the President at any time. There is no provision for impeachment by Parliament for the removal of the AGI. (Incorrect)
Therefore, only statements I and II are correct.
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