This Exam would cover topics such as the appointment, duties, rights, and constitutional provisions related to the Advocate General of State.

1. Introduction to Advocate General of the State:
   • Definition and overview of the Advocate General as the highest law officer in the state.
   • Comparison with the Attorney General of India.
2. Appointment and Eligibility:
   • Appointment of the Advocate General by the Governor.
   • Eligibility criteria: Must be qualified to be appointed as a judge of a High Court (Indian citizenship, minimum of 10 years as a judicial officer or advocate of a High Court).
3. Term and Removal:
   • No fixed term; serves at the pleasure of the Governor.
   • Can be removed by the Governor at any time.
   • Customary resignation when the government changes.
4. Duties and Functions:
   • Advising the State Government on legal matters referred by the Governor.
   • Performing other duties of a legal character assigned by the Governor.
   • Discharging functions conferred by the Constitution or any other law.
5. Rights and Privileges:
   • Right to participate in the proceedings of both Houses of the State Legislature (Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council) or any committee, without voting rights.
   • Enjoys all privileges and immunities available to a member of the State Legislature.
6. Constitutional Articles Related to Advocate General:
   • Article 165: Advocate General for the State.
   • Article 177: Rights concerning the Houses of State Legislature and its Committees.
   • Article 194: Powers, privileges, and immunities concerning the State Legislature.
7. Comparison with Other Constitutional Bodies:
   • Brief comparison with other constitutional bodies mentioned in the Constitution (e.g., Attorney-General of India, Comptroller and Auditor-General of India, State Finance Commission, Election Commission).

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