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Q. Consider the following statements about the Attorney-General of India:
  1. He is appointed by the President of India.
  2. He must have the same qualifications as are required for a Judge of the Supreme Court.
  3. He must be a member of either House of Parliament.
  4. He can be removed by impeachment by Parliament.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
Answer: 1 and 2
Notes: Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The Attorney-General of India is appointed by the President and must have the same qualifications as required for a Supreme Court judge. He need not be a member of either House of Parliament (statement 3 incorrect) and is not removed by impeachment; he holds office at the President’s pleasure (statement 4 incorrect).
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