Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Attorney General of India? (1) Attorney General of India is a part of India Judiciary (2) Attorney General of India is appointed by President on the advice of Chief Justice of India (3) The term of office of Attorney General of India is not fixed by the Constitution (4) Attorney General of India has right to take part in the proceedings of both Houses of Parliament.

Explanation

Statement 3 and 4 are correct: The Indian constitution under Article 76 has provided for the office of the Attorney General for India. He is the highest law officer in the country. He is appointed by the President of India. He must be a person who is qualified to be appointed a judge of the Supreme Court. The term of office of the AG is not fixed by the constitution. Further, the constitution does not contain the procedure and grounds for his removal. He holds office during the pleasure of the president. This means that he may be removed by the president at any time. He may also quit his office by submitting his resignation to the president. Conventionally, he resigns when the government (council of ministers) resigns or is replaced, as he is appointed on its advice. The remuneration of the AG is not fixed by the constitution. He receives such remuneration as the President may determine. The Attorney General is not a full-time counsel for the Government. He does not fall into the category of a government servant. Further, he is not debarred from private legal practice.