Q. Which of the following are limitations placed on the Attorney General of India to avoid conflict of interest?
1.He should not advise or hold a brief against the Government of India.
2.He should not defend accused persons in criminal cases without prior government approval.
3.He should not accept directorship in a private company without government permission.
4.He must advise any ministry or PSU directly without involving the Ministry of Law and Justice.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation: Following limitations are placed on the Attorney General in order to avoid any complication and conflict of duty:
- He should not advise or hold a brief against the Government of India.
- He should not defend accused persons in criminal prosecutions without the permission of the Government of India.
- He should not accept appointment as a director in any company or corporation without the permission of the Government of India.
He cannot directly advise ministries; all references must come through the Ministry of Law and Justice.
