Limitations of Advocate General of State
The Advocate Generalās power to avoid conflicts of interest and other issues is subject to several restrictions.
- The Advocate General is not permitted to offer counsel or argue a matter on behalf of State Government officials.
- When compelled to give counsel or present in person for a government of the State, they are not permitted to do so.
- Without the State Governmentās permission, the Advocate General is not permitted to represent the accused in criminal proceedings.
- Without the consent of the State Government, the Advocate General cannot be appointed as a director in any company or organization.
Advocate General of State ā UPSC Notes
Advocate General of State: The highest legal official, the Advocate General of State, is chosen by the Governor to represent the interests of the State Government, in accordance with Article 165. The stateās advocate general is tasked with advising the state government on legal issues. In this article, we will look into the Appointment, Duties, Provisions, Power, Terms, and Limitations of the Advocate General of the State.
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