The Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed a public interest litigation petition contending that the Constitutional provisions barred the Attorney-General from appearing in private matters.
The petition had sought scrutiny of Article 76 of the Constitution which deals with the appointment and powers of the Attorney-General. “If there is no conflict of interest, can’t he appear in the private matters,” a Bench led by Chief Justice of India H.L. Dattu asked, dismissing the petition filed by NGO, Centre for Consumer Education.
The A-G's role came to limelight recently when Attorney-General Mukul Rohatgi recently appeared for a private party in the Kerala liquor ban case.
The A-G was criticised by some persons, including Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy for appearing on behalf of the private client.
