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: The Attorney General of India is the first Law Officer of the Government of India. 📚 Other Information: ▪️ The post is created under Article 76 of the Constitution. ▪️ The Attorney General is appointed by the President of India. ▪️ He/she must be qualified to become a Supreme Court judge. ▪️ Acts as the chief legal advisor to the Government of India. ▪️ Represents the Union Government in the Supreme Court and High Courts. ▪️ Holds office during the pleasure of the President (no fixed term). ▪️ Can take part in parliamentary proceedings but cannot vote. ▪️ The Solicitor General and Additional Solicitor Generals assist the Attorney General. ▪️ The first Attorney General of India was M.C. Setalvad (1950–1963).