📜 Article 165 of the Indian Constitution
Title: Advocate-General for the State
🔹 Text Summary of Article 165:
There shall be an Advocate-General for each State, who is the highest law officer of the State government.
📌 Key Provisions:
| Clause | Content |
|---|---|
| (1) | The Governor shall appoint a person qualified to be a High Court judge as the Advocate-General of the State. |
| (2) | The Advocate-General holds office during the pleasure of the Governor. |
| (3) | It is the duty of the Advocate-General to advise the State Government on legal matters referred to him. |
| (4) | The Advocate-General has the right of audience in any court in the state, including the High Court. |
| (5) | He shall be entitled to such remuneration as the Governor may determine. |
🎓 Qualifications (like High Court Judge):
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Must be a citizen of India
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Must have held a judicial office for 10 years or been an advocate in a High Court for 10 years
🧠Role & Importance:
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Acts as the legal advisor to the State Government.
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Similar to the Attorney General of India (Article 76) at the Union level.
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Represents the State in legal proceedings, especially in constitutional and public interest matters.
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Can participate in State Legislature proceedings but cannot vote.
⚖️ Advocate-General vs Attorney General:
| Aspect | Advocate-General (State) | Attorney General (Centre) |
|---|---|---|
| Appointed by | Governor | President |
| Advises | State Government | Central Government |
| Article | 165 | 76 |
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