Question

Choose the correct option based on the statements below:
(1) The Attorney-General of India is appointed by the President of India under Article 76 of the Indian Constitution.
(2) The tenure of the Attorney-General is specified as 5 years in the Constitution.
(3) The President of India has the authority to dismiss the Attorney-General.

• A. Only (1) is true
• B. Only (1) and (2) is true
• C. Only (1) and (3) is true
• D. All statements are true

Hint:

Attorney-General = Constitutional post under Article 76.
No fixed tenure → serves during the pleasure of the President.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

- Statement (1) is correct: The Attorney-General is appointed by the President under Article 76.
- Statement (2) is incorrect: The Constitution does not fix a specific tenure for the Attorney-General.
- Statement (3) is correct: Since the Attorney-General holds office during the pleasure of the President, dismissal is at the President’s discretion.