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Who among the following is NOT appointed by the President of India?

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

Answer options

  1. Ambassadors and High Commissioners
  2. Comptroller and Auditor General of India
  3. Attorney general of India
  4. Solicitor General of India

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Solicitor General of India

Explanation: The correct answer is D. Solicitor General of India. The Solicitor General of India is not appointed by the President. Instead, this appointment is made by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), headed by the Prime Minister. The Solicitor General assists the Attorney General and represents the Government of India in the Supreme Court and High Courts. On the other hand, key officials like the Ambassadors and High Commissioners, Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG), and the Attorney General of India are appointed directly by the President as per constitutional provisions.