Plain readings of the federal and state constitutions — Hafiz Hassan

September 26 — Article 37(1) of the Negeri Sembilan State Constitution mandates the creation of the State Secretary, State Legal Adviser, and State Financial Officer positions. These appointments are to be made by a relevant Service Commission from within public services. The State Legal Adviser's appointments are overseen by the Judicial and Legal Service Commission (JLSC), which includes the Attorney General.

The AG advises the state on legal matters referred to him by the Yang di-Pertuan Besar or the state government. The Attorney General remains neutral in Negeri Sembilan's affairs, in accordance with the Federal Constitution's Article 71. However, any disputes over the succession to the state's ruler are determined by both the relevant authorities and the specific methods outlined in the state's constitution.

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