Attorney General of India

  • The central government has extended the term of K.K. Venugopal as Attorney General (AG) for one more year.
  • This is the second time the Centre has extended his tenure. Venugopal received his first extension of term in 2020.
  • K.K. Venugopal was appointed the 15th AG of India in 2017.

About Attorney General of India

  • The Attorney General for India is the central government’s chief legal advisor, and its primary lawyer in the Supreme Court of India.
  • He is a part of the Union Executive.

Appointment and Eligibility

  • Appointed by the President of India under Article 76(1) of the Constitution and holds office ....
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