Principles Of Statutory Interpretation Gp Singh ((full)) <Tested & Working>

A modern shift where courts look beyond literal text to the purpose or "spirit" of the law.

What was the mischief and defect for which the common law did not provide? principles of statutory interpretation gp singh

Statutes that deal with the same subject matter or share a common purpose ( in pari materia ) must be read together as a uniform system. A term defined in an earlier related Act can illuminate a vague term in a newer Act. A modern shift where courts look beyond literal

This section differentiates between remedial statutes (which are to be construed liberally to advance their purpose) and penal statutes (which must be construed strictly to protect individual liberty). A term defined in an earlier related Act

According to GP Singh, the primary goal of statutory interpretation is to ascertain the or the "will of the Parliament" as expressed in the statutes. The law is meant to be interpreted in a way that gives effect to the purpose behind its enactment.

The express mention of one thing implies the exclusion of others.