The rule of construction is well settled that when there are in an enactment two provision which cannot be reconciled with each other, they should be so constructed that, if possible, effect should be given to both. Discuss the important aspects of this rule with help of decided cases that you know.

Facts in the Case Issues in the Case Principles Applied 1. Harmonious Construction 2. Key Elements of Harmonious Construction Judicial Precedents 1. Venkataramana Devaru v. […]

The term ‘Prize Competition’ iS defined under Prize Competition Act would include not only competition in what success depends an chance but also there in which it would depend to a sustained degree of skill. Which could not be supported under Article 19(1)(g) of the Constitution of India. What types of interpretation is preferable? Discuss.

Facts in the Case Issues in the Case Principles Applied 1. Strict Interpretation of Restrictive Statutes 2. Doctrine of Reading Down 3. Interpretation Favoring Fundamental […]

Under section 489 -A of the IPC, counterfeiting of currency notes is a punishable offence.. An accused was charged for counterfeiting of foreign currency notes. He contends that the phrase “currency notes” as used in 489-Aof IPC should be restricted only to Indian Currency notes. Decide

Facts in the Case Issues in the Case Principles Applied 1. Text of Section 489-A IPC Section 489-A IPC: “Whoever counterfeits, or knowingly performs any […]