Concept:The Attorney General of India is the highest legal officer of the Union, with duties and rights defined in Article 76 of the Constitution.
Explanation:Statement 1: "He gives advice to the President on legal matters" – Correct. Article 76(2) makes it the Attorney General's duty to advise the Government of India, including the President, on legal matters.
Statement 2: "Is not entitled of audience except the Supreme Court" – Incorrect. The Attorney General has the right of audience in all courts within India, not only the Supreme Court.
Statement 3: "Cannot participate in the proceedings in the House of Parliament" – Incorrect. The Attorney General can speak and take part in proceedings of both Houses of Parliament, joint sittings, and parliamentary committees, but has no right to vote.
Statement 4: "Is a whole-time counsel for the government" – Incorrect. The Attorney General is not a whole-time employee; he or she may engage in private practice as long as it does not conflict with official duties or involve cases against the Government of India.
Only statement 1 is correct.
Answer:Only statement 1 is correct. Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.