WBCS.LIVE practice question

Who is the first Law Officer of the Government of India?

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

Answer options

  1. Chief Justice of India
  2. Union Law Minister
  3. Attorney General of India
  4. Law Secretary

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Attorney General of India

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C. Attorney General of India šŸ“š Explanation: The Attorney General of India is the highest-ranking legal official in the country and is considered the 'First Law Officer' of the Government. Appointed by the President under Article 76, the AG provides legal advice to the Union. The AG represents the government in the Supreme Court and has the right to speak in both Houses of Parliament. It is a prestigious constitutional position.