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Under which Article of the Indian Constitution is the Attorney General for India appointed, and what is the extent of their right to speak in parliamentary proceedings?

A. Article 76; has the right to speak and vote in both Houses of Parliament.
B. Article 76; has the right to speak and take part in the proceedings of either House, but without the right to vote.✓ Correct Answer
C. Article 148; has no right to participate in parliamentary debates.
D. Article 88; can vote on financial bills only.

💡 Solution & Explanation

Article 76 provides for the appointment of the Attorney General for India by the President as the chief legal advisor to the government, while Article 88 grants them the right to speak and participate in parliamentary proceedings without the right to vote. The Solicitor General and Additional Solicitors General assist the Attorney General but lack constitutional standing under Article 76. The Attorney General holds office during the pleasure of the President and must be qualified to be appointed as a judge of the Supreme Court.

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