Who has the executive authority to advise the State Government on legal matters and to perform other duties of legal character?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Advocate - General

Key points:

Advocate-General:

• The Advocate-General is the chief legal advisor to the State Government.
• They have the authority to advise the State Government on legal matters and to perform other duties of a legal character as specified by the Constitution of India.
• The Advocate-General is appointed by the Governor of the state and holds office during the pleasure of the Governor.

Information booster:

Comptroller and Auditor General:

• The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India is responsible for auditing government expenditure and ensuring accountability in the use of public funds.
• CAG does not advise on legal matters.

Solicitor General:

• The Solicitor General of India assists the Attorney General and represents the Government of India in the Supreme Court.
• The Solicitor General does not have executive authority to advise State Governments.

Attorney General:

• The Attorney General for India is the chief legal advisor to the Government of India and represents the Central Government in the Supreme Court and other courts.
• The Attorney General does not advise State Governments.