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I am the highest law officer of the country. I am appointed by the President of India. The President refers legal matters to me. Who am I?

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Chief Election Commissioner
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Attorney General of India
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Chief Justice of India
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Governor
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Solution

The correct option is B Attorney General of India
The President appoints attorney General. He is the highest law officer in the country. He must be a person who is qualified to be appointed Judge of the Supreme Court. His main duty is to advise the Government of India. The Attorney General of India has the right of audience in all courts in the territory of India. He can also participate in both Houses of the Parliament or their joint sitting, though he does not have the right to vote.

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