Interpretation of Statutes -Test 1

If there is conflict between two or more clauses of the same document, an effort must be made to resolve the
conflict by interpreting the clauses so that all the clauses are given effect to. However, if it is not possible to
give effect to all of them, then ____________

The Act by which the operation of a previous Act comes to an end, is called as ___________

The maxim _________ means that a statue should be interpreted in such a way that is makes sense, rather
than making it void.

The maxim _________ that express mention of one thing implies the exclusion of another

As per _________, the best way to interpret a statute or document is to read it as it would have been read
when it was enacted or made.

The most common use of __________ is to create an exception to what is stated in the main body of the
section.

A definition in the form of ‘to apply and to include’ is ___________ definition

Where a definition includes the word __________, it means that the given definition would be applied
whenever that defined word is used in the body of the statutes, but where the context makes the given
definition inapplicable, the defined word has to be given a different meaning

The rule of ________must be applied with caution because it implies a departure from the natural meaning
of the words order to give effect to the supposed intention of the legislature.

_________ is an internal aid which contains the details, rules and forms for working out the policy
underlying the sections of the statute

Which of the following is known as non-obstante clause?

Which of the following statement is true?
1) Rule of Ejusdem Generis is not applicable if specific words follow the general words.
2) Rule of Ejusdem Generis is applicable if specific words follow the general words.
3) Effect of a provision containing the word ‘notwithstanding’ is opposite to a provision containing the words
‘subject to’
4) The words ‘without prejudice to the provisions of section …………..’ means that the provision specified
therein shall also apply along with such provision
Select the correct answer:

___________ is the first rule of interpretation

Rule I is used if_________

If word relates to particular trade such word shall be given meaning which is understood by
everybody conversant with such trade even though such meaning is different from popular meaning

Can courts legislate over the rules?

Where ordinary meaning is absurd and literal Interpretation fails to achieve the purpose ________
rule is applicable

Is rule 2 applicable is meaning is clear and intention of law can be gathered precisely?