He is the highest law officer in
the state. The post is created by article 165. The
term, grounds for removal,
remuneration is not fixed by the constitution and the
governor is to determine.
He can be removed by the governor anytime. He usually
resigns during change of
government. He must be qualified to be judge of HC [hold a
judicial office for
10 years within the state].
1. Legal advisor to the government on matters which are referred to him by the governor.
2. To discharge functions as assigned to him by constitution.
3.
To
appear on behalf of Govt of state in SC or HC when a case
concerning the
government is decided.
1. He can attend house proceeding and speak in both houses but can’t vote.
2. He has right to be heard in all courts.
3. He enjoys all privileges of a member of the house.
1.
He
should not advise or hold a brief against the Government
of state.
2.
He
should not advise or hold a brief in cases in which he is
called upon to advise
or appear for the Government of
state.
3.He
should not defend accused persons in criminal prosecutions
without the
permission of the Government of state.
4.He
should not accept appointment as a director in any company
or corporation
without the permission of the
Government of state.
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