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    attorney general
    /əˌtəːnɪ ˈdʒɛnrəl/

    noun

    • 1. the principal legal officer who represents the Crown or a state in legal proceedings and gives legal advice to the government.

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  2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Attorney-General_for_IndiaAttorney-General for India - Wikipedia

    The Attorney General for India (ISO: Bhārata kē Mahānyāyavādī) is the chief legal advisor of the Government of India. The Attorney General is appointed by the President of India at the instance of the Union Cabinet under Article 76(1) of the Constitution and hold office during the pleasure of the President. The Attorney General must meet ...

  3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Attorney_generalAttorney general - Wikipedia

    In most common law jurisdictions, the attorney general (pl.: attorneys general) or attorney-general (AG or Atty.-Gen) is the main legal advisor to the government. In some jurisdictions, attorneys general also have executive responsibility for law enforcement, prosecutions or even responsibility for legal affairs generally. In practice, the ...

  4. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › attorney generalAttorney general Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Jul 1, 2024 · The meaning of ATTORNEY GENERAL is the chief law officer of a nation or state who represents the government in litigation and serves as its principal legal adviser.

  5. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishATTORNEY GENERAL | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    ATTORNEY GENERAL definition: 1. the top legal officer in some countries, whose job is to provide legal advice to the government…. Learn more.

  6. www.nextias.com › blog › attorney-general-of-indiaAttorney General of India (AGI) - Next IAS

    Mar 27, 2024 · 7145. Attorney General of India (AGI) The Attorney General of India (AGI), a constitutional body, stands as a pillar of the country’s legal system. As the Chief Legal Advisor to the Union Government, he/she plays a pivotal role in shaping the legal landscape of the nation.

  7. www.britannica.com › topic › attorney-generalAttorney general | Role, Duties & Responsibilities | Britannica

    6 days ago · The attorney general is a member of the government but not of the cabinet. He is consulted on the drafting of all government bills, advises government departments on matters of law, and has a wide range of court-related duties.

  8. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryATTORNEY GENERAL definition | Cambridge English Dictionary

    ATTORNEY GENERAL meaning: 1. the top legal officer in some countries, whose job is to provide legal advice to the government…. Learn more.

  9. indianexpress.com › what-functions-of-attorney-general-for-india-8173828What are the functions of the Attorney General for India?

    Sep 26, 2022 · Who is the Attorney General for India? The Constitution of India places the post of the A-G on a special footing. The A-G is the Government of India’s first law officer, and has the right of audience in all courts of the country.

  10. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishDefinition of 'Attorney General' - Collins Online Dictionary

    noun. 1. (in the United Kingdom except Scotland) the senior law officer and chief legal counsel of the Crown: a member of the government and of the House of Commons. 2. (in the US) the chief law officer and legal adviser to the Administration: head of the Department of Justice and member of the cabinet. 3.

  11. www.dictionary.com › browse › attorney generalATTORNEY GENERAL Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    Attorney general definition: the chief law officer of a country or state and head of its legal department. Abbreviation. See examples of ATTORNEY GENERAL used in a sentence.