WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which of the following is a correct statement about the Advocate General and Attorney General?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Both the Advocate General and Attorney General have voting rights in the respective legislatures
  2. The Attorney General represents the Union Government in legal matters, while the Advocate General represents the State Government.
  3. The Attorney General is appointed by the Chief Justice of India, and the Advocate General is appointed by the Governor.
  4. The Advocate General is appointed for a fixed term, while the Attorney General is appointed for life.

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: The Attorney General represents the Union Government in legal matters, while the Advocate General represents the State Government.