Tamil NaduWednesday, 13 May 2026·The Hindu - Tamil Nadu
Vijay Narayan’s second term as Tamil Nadu Advocate General: office, tenure and legal significance
Vijay Narayan was appointed Advocate General again in 2026, after serving the same office under the AIADMK government from 2017 to 2021.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In May 2026, Vijay Narayan was appointed as the Advocate General of Tamil Nadu again, after having held the same office under the AIADMK government between 2017 and 2021.
Key specifics
- Advocate General is the topmost law officer of a State in India.
- Vijay Narayan served in the same office from 2017 to 2021 under the AIADMK government.
- The new appointment was reported in May 2026.
- The post is linked to the legal advice and representation of the State government.
- This is a rare distinction because the same person held the office under two different governments.
Exam lens
Question type: State constitutional offices and legal administration. TNPSC may ask the role of the Advocate General, the years 2017-2021, and why this appointment is notable in Tamil Nadu governance.