iNTERPRETATION OF STATUTES… Harmonious Construction: Importance in Statutory Interpretation 22/12/202522/12/2025 Introduction In the process of interpreting statutes, courts often face situations where two provisions of the same law appear to conflict with each other. At times, even different statutes seem…
iNTERPRETATION OF STATUTES… Noscitur a Sociis: Meaning, Judicial Application & Its Role in Statutory Interpretation 20/12/202520/12/2025 Introduction In statutory interpretation, courts often confront ambiguity arising from legislative language. To resolve such ambiguities and ascertain legislative intent, judges apply interpretative canons—guiding principles that provide clarity without altering…
iNTERPRETATION OF STATUTES… Doctrine of Eclipse in Indian Law: Meaning, Application, Case Laws 19/12/202522/12/2025 The Doctrine of Eclipse is one of the most important principles in Indian constitutional and statutory interpretation. It helps us understand what happens to laws that become inconsistent with the…
iNTERPRETATION OF STATUTES… Strict Construction of Taxing Statutes: Charging Provisions, Exemptions & Landmark Case Laws Explained 11/12/202522/12/2025 Tax laws occupy a special position in the domain of Interpretation of Statutes. Unlike welfare legislation, consumer protection laws, or criminal statutes, tax statutes operate on the principle that no…
iNTERPRETATION OF STATUTES… Strict Interpretation of Penal Statutes: Principles, Cases, and Modern Judicial Approach in India 04/12/202522/12/2025 Penal statutes — laws that prescribe punishment for offences — have always played a crucial role in maintaining law and order in society. Because these laws directly affect the personal…
iNTERPRETATION OF STATUTES… External Aids to Interpretation of Statutes: Meaning, Importance & Landmark Case Laws 28/11/202511/12/2025 Interpreting statutes is one of the most essential responsibilities of the judiciary. Laws are meant to be clear and comprehensive, but in reality, statutory language may be ambiguous, vague, or…
iNTERPRETATION OF STATUTES… Internal Aids to Interpretation of Statutes: Meaning, Scope, Case Laws & Judicial Approach 27/11/202511/12/2025 Interpreting a statute is one of the most crucial judicial functions. Courts are often faced with situations where the language of a provision is ambiguous, vague, or capable of more…
iNTERPRETATION OF STATUTES… Legislative Principles – A Quick Guide for Law Students 24/11/2025 Understanding legislative principles is essential for every law student and practitioner. These principles form the core of how laws are made, interpreted, and applied. This blog simplifies the major concepts…
iNTERPRETATION OF STATUTES… 40 Most Important Short Questions & Answers | Interpretation of Statutes 23/11/2025 A quick and simple guide covering the 40 most important Interpretation of Statutes questions and answers every law student must know. This blog helps in viva, exams, and interview preparation.…
Dr. Ganesh Visavale 