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Which of the following scenarios would constitute a conflict of interest for the Attorney General of India?
Which of the following scenarios would constitute a conflict of interest for the Attorney General of India?
- Representing the central government in a case against a state government.
- Offering legal opinions on matters of constitutional law to the President.
- Providing legal advice to a private company involved in a dispute with the central government. (correct)
- Advising the government on international treaties and agreements.
What is the primary distinction between the roles of the Attorney General of India and the Advocate General of a State?
What is the primary distinction between the roles of the Attorney General of India and the Advocate General of a State?
- The Attorney General has a fixed tenure, while the Advocate General serves at the pleasure of the Governor.
- The Attorney General advises the President, while the Advocate General advises the Governor.
- The Attorney General is appointed by the Prime Minister; the Advocate General is appointed by the Chief Minister.
- The Attorney General represents the central government, while the Advocate General represents the state government. (correct)
A former Supreme Court judge is being considered for appointment as the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India. What factors would need to be considered to determine their eligibility?
A former Supreme Court judge is being considered for appointment as the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India. What factors would need to be considered to determine their eligibility?
- Their previous rulings and whether they align with the current government's policies.
- Their age and whether they have reached the maximum age limit of 65 years. (correct)
- Their expertise in financial auditing and government accounting procedures.
- Their political affiliations and support from major political parties.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced a new initiative to increase voter turnout among marginalized communities. Which of the following actions would be most aligned with their constitutional responsibilities?
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced a new initiative to increase voter turnout among marginalized communities. Which of the following actions would be most aligned with their constitutional responsibilities?
If the President of India seeks legal advice on a matter of national security, from whom would they typically seek this advice, and under which constitutional provision?
If the President of India seeks legal advice on a matter of national security, from whom would they typically seek this advice, and under which constitutional provision?
A state government is facing a legal challenge regarding the implementation of a new environmental policy. Who would be responsible for representing the state government's interests in this case?
A state government is facing a legal challenge regarding the implementation of a new environmental policy. Who would be responsible for representing the state government's interests in this case?
What is the most significant factor guaranteeing the independence of the Election Commission of India (ECI)?
What is the most significant factor guaranteeing the independence of the Election Commission of India (ECI)?
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) submits audit reports to which authority?
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) submits audit reports to which authority?
Which of the following scenarios could lead to the removal of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India from office?
Which of the following scenarios could lead to the removal of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India from office?
The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) observes widespread electoral malpractices in a particular constituency. What action can the CEC take?
The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) observes widespread electoral malpractices in a particular constituency. What action can the CEC take?
Flashcards
What is the role of the CAG?
What is the role of the CAG?
Constitutional authority; guardian of public funds; audits government accounts.
CAG's constitutional basis?
CAG's constitutional basis?
Article 148 to 151. Specifies independence, appointment, and responsibilities.
What is the term length for CAG?
What is the term length for CAG?
6 years or until they reach 65 years of age.
Who is the Attorney General?
Who is the Attorney General?
India's highest law officer, advises the government.
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Attorney General's article?
Attorney General's article?
Article 76. Describes the position and its functions.
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A.G.'s term length?
A.G.'s term length?
During the President's pleasure; no fixed term. They can be removed at any time, for any reason.
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Who is the Advocate General?
Who is the Advocate General?
Legal advisor to the state government.
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What does ECI do?
What does ECI do?
Oversees and conducts elections in India.
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How independent is the ECI?
How independent is the ECI?
Constitutional body ensuring election independence.
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Who leads the ECI?
Who leads the ECI?
Head of the Election Commission of India.
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Comptroller and Auditor General of India
- Constitutional provisions are outlined in Article 148 to 151
- Serves as the guardian of public funds, auditing government accounts
- Appointed by the President
- Term is either 6 years or until the age of 65
- Removal process is similar to that of a Supreme Court Judge
- The first CAG was Shri V Narahari Rao, serving from 1948 to 1954
Attorney General of India
- Constitutional provisions can be found in Article 76
- The highest law officer, providing legal advice to the President and government
- Must be eligible to be a Supreme Court Judge
- Appointed by the President
- Serves during the President's pleasure
- There is no fixed tenure or procedure for removal
Advocate General of the State
- Constitutional provisions are specified in Article 165
- A legal advisor to the state government
- Appointed by the Governor
- Has the right to appear in courts
- Not a member of the Cabinet
- Can speak in Parliament, but cannot vote
Election Commission of India
- An independent constitutional body
- Responsible for overseeing elections in India
- Headed by the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC)
- Elections are based on universal adult suffrage
Chief Election Commissioners of India
- Serve for a term of 6 years or until the age of 65
- List of CECs:
- Sukumar Sen (1950–1958)
- K. V. S. R. Anjaneyulu (1958-1967)
- Sundaram (1967-1972)
- T. N. Seshan (1990–1996)
- M. S. Gill (1997-2000)
- J. M. Lyngdoh (2001-2004)
- B. B. Tandon (2004-2005, Short-term)
- N. Gopalaswamy (2005-2009)
- S. Y. Qureshi (2010-2012)
- V. S. Sampath (2013-2015)
- Nasim Zaidi (2015-2017)
- Om Prakash Rawat (2017-2018)
- Sunil Arora (2018-2021)
- Rajiv Kumar (2021-Present)
Administrative Tribunals
- Deals with government service-related matters
- Established under the Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985
- Has jurisdiction over service matters of central and state government employees
- Plays a role in the expedited resolution of service-related disputes
- Includes the CAT (Central Administrative Tribunal) and state tribunals
Delimitation Commission
- Purpose is to redraw constituencies based on the census
- Guided by the Delimitation Commission Act
- Orders are non-challengeable in court
- It was established in 1952, 1963, 1973, and 2002
NOTA (None Of The Above)
- An option to reject all candidates
- Does not affect the election result
- First used in November 2013
- It was removed from Rajya Sabha and Legislative Council elections (2019)
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