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   attorney general

   /əˌtəːnɪ ˈdʒɛnrəl/

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   • 1. the principal legal officer who represents the Crown or a state in legal proceedings and gives legal advice to the government.
   • ▪ the head of the US Department of Justice.

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   What is the plural of Attorney General?

   • The phrase attorney general is composed of a noun followed by the postpositive adjective general and as other French compounds its plural form also appears as "attorneys generals".

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   What does an attorney general do?

   • 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.

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   What is the role of Attorney General in India?

   • As a chief legal advisor to the government of India, he advises the union government on all legal matters. He also is the primary lawyer representing Union Government in the Supreme Court of India. The Attorney General, like an Advocate General of a State, is not supposed to be a political appointee, in spirit, but this is not the case in practice.

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   What is the purpose of the Office of the Attorney General?

   • The Mission of the Office of the Attorney General is to provide the highest standard of professional legal services to Government, Departments and Offices. The Attorney General of Ireland is the legal adviser to the Government and is therefore the chief law officer of the State.

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3. byjus.com › free-ias-prep › attorney-general-ofAttorney General of India [Article 76] - Know the Role of AGI ...

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   Learn about the Attorney General of India, the highest law officer of the country, who advises and represents the union government in legal matters. Find out the qualifications, appointment, term, duties and limitations of the post, and the list of Attorney Generals since 1950.

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   • Ans. Article 76 deals with the office of the Attorney General of India. (Read more on important articles in the Indian Constitution in the linked a...
   • Ans. The President of India appoints the Attorney General on the advice of the council of ministers.
   • Ans. Yes, he can, although he has no right to vote in the proceedings.
   • Ans. The Attorney General of India is responsible for the amendment and enforcement of laws. However, the Chief Justice of India is responsible to...

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › attorney-generalATTORNEY GENERAL | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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

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

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   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 ...

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

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   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.

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

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   The Attorney-General is the minister responsible for legal affairs, national and public security, and the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation. Mark Dreyfus is the current Attorney-General.

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

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   Mar 27, 2024 · Learn about the Attorney General of India (AGI). Understand its constitutional mandate, composition, powers, functions, limitations faced, and other related aspects. Sign in

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

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   Jun 10, 2024 · 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.