Interpretation of Statutes
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Interpretation of Statutes

5 units · 17 chapters. Case law integrated, exam ready.

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  1. Unit 1: Introduction & General Principles

    1. 01Definition and Classification of Statutes
    2. 02Meaning of Interpretation and General Principles
    3. 03General Clauses Act 1897

  2. Unit 2: Primary Rules of Interpretation

    1. 01The Literal Rule
    2. 02The Golden Rule
    3. 03The Mischief Rule

  3. Unit 3: Special Rules of Construction

    1. 01Strict Construction of Penal Statutes
    2. 02Strict Construction of Taxing Statutes
    3. 03Beneficial Construction
    4. 04Harmonious Construction
    5. 05Maxims: Ejusdem Generis, Noscitur a Sociis, Expressio Unius

  4. Unit 4: Aids to Interpretation

    1. 01Internal Aids to Interpretation
    2. 02External Aids to Interpretation
    3. 03Presumptions in Interpretation
    4. 04Judicial Activism and Restraint

  5. Unit 5: Repeal & Subordinate Legislation

    1. 01Repeal and Amendment
    2. 02Subordinate Legislation and Retrospective Operation