Statutory interpretation
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- Q1What is statutory interpretation?A type of statutory law.An approach to enforcing legislation.A process of determining the meaning and intent of legislation.A method of writing statutes.30s
- Q2What is the primary goal of statutory interpretation?To advocate for specific interests.To ascertain and give effect to the legislative intent.To create new laws.To challenge the validity of legislation.30s
- Q3What is the plain meaning rule in statutory interpretation?Interpreting a statute based on its ordinary meaning, as understood by the average person.Interpreting a statute based on legislative history.Interpreting a statute based on historical context.Interpreting a statute based on the judge's personal opinion.30s
- Q4What is the golden rule in statutory interpretation?When interpreting a statute, the court should consider the historical context in which it was enacted.When the plain meaning of a statute leads to an absurd or unreasonable result, the court can interpret the statute in a way that avoids such outcome.When a statute is ambiguous, the court must rely on legislative history to determine its meaning.When a statute contains multiple meanings, the court must select the interpretation that aligns with legislative intent.30s
- Q5What is the purposive approach in statutory interpretation?Interpreting a statute based on strict and literal meaning.Interpreting a statute by considering the underlying purpose or policy it seeks to achieve.Interpreting a statute based on past judicial decisions.Interpreting a statute based on economic considerations.30s
- Q6What is the literal rule in statutory interpretation?The literal rule says that the intention of Parliament is best found in the ordinary and natural meaning of the words used30s