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Who appoints the Advocate General of a State?

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

Answer options

  1. The President
  2. The Chief Justice of High Court
  3. The Governor
  4. The Chief Minister

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: The Governor

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) The Governor šŸ“š Explanation: Under Article 165, the Governor of each state appoints a person who is qualified to be appointed as a judge of a High Court as the Advocate General. He is the highest law officer of the state and holds office during the pleasure of the Governor. His duties involve advising the state government on legal matters and performing other legal duties assigned to him.