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Author(s): Guru Prasanna Singh
ISBN(s): 9789351439653, 9351439658
Edition: 14th ed. revised by A. K. Patnaik.
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Year: 2016
Language: english
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ISBN 10: 9351439658 
ISBN 13: 9789351439653
Author: Guru Prasanna Singh

*This classic work on interpretation of statutes has been referred to and quoted in over 500 judgments *All rules of interpretation have been illustrated and explained in a lucid, comprehensive and systematic manner *This work sets out the rules of statutory interpretation in both Indian and Foreign historical background and outlines the views of great jurists *It contains references to authoritative foreign works like Bennion on Statutory Interpretation and other major international texts *This work contains critical analyses of all important Indian and English decisions. The present edition has been brought up-to-date with case-law from India and abroad *For easy navigation and reference, a detailed alphabetical listing of statutes as well as an exhaustive subject index has been provided in this revised edition

Principles of Statutory Interpretation 14th Table of contents:

Chapter 1: Introduction to Statutory Interpretation

  • Definition and Importance of Statutory Interpretation

  • The Role of Courts in Interpreting Legislation

  • Theories of Statutory Interpretation

  • Historical Evolution of Statutory Interpretation

  • The Concept of Judicial Law-Making

Chapter 2: Theories and Approaches to Statutory Interpretation

  • Literal or Plain Meaning Rule

  • Golden Rule

  • Mischief Rule

  • Purposive Approach

  • The Intention of the Legislature

  • The Literal Rule vs. Purposive Rule Debate

Chapter 3: The Principles of Interpretation

  • The Plain Meaning Rule

  • The Rule of Harmonious Construction

  • The Principle of Utmost Good Faith

  • The Presumption Against Absurdity

  • The Presumption Against Infringing Fundamental Rights

  • The Presumption of Consistency

Chapter 4: Legislative History and Context

  • The Role of Legislative History

  • Parliamentary Debates (Hansard)

  • Committee Reports and Other Explanatory Materials

  • The Importance of Context in Statutory Interpretation

  • Statutory Drafting and Ambiguity

Chapter 5: Use of Extrinsic Aids

  • Dictionaries and Other Reference Materials

  • Judicial Decisions and Precedents

  • Parliamentary Practices

  • International Treaties and Conventions

  • Administrative Interpretations and Guidelines

Chapter 6: Ambiguities and Vagueness in Statutes

  • Identifying Ambiguities in Statutory Text

  • Methods for Resolving Ambiguities

  • The Role of the Court in Filling Gaps

  • Avoiding Unnecessary Complications

  • The Impact of Broad vs. Narrow Definitions

Chapter 7: Interpretation in the Context of Constitutional Law

  • Constitutional Principles in Statutory Interpretation

  • The Role of Constitutional Context in Interpretation

  • Supremacy of the Constitution and Legislative Intent

  • Challenges in Statutory Interpretation of Constitutional Provisions

Chapter 8: The Role of Judicial Precedent

  • The Doctrine of Stare Decisis

  • Judicial Interpretation vs. Legislative Intention

  • How Precedents Affect Statutory Interpretation

  • The Impact of Overruling Precedents

Chapter 9: Statutory Interpretation in Specific Legal Contexts

  • Criminal Law and Statutory Interpretation

  • Commercial and Contract Law Interpretations

  • Employment Law

  • Environmental Law

  • Family and Probate Law

Chapter 10: Interpretation of Statutes in Different Jurisdictions

  • Comparative Approaches to Statutory Interpretation

  • United States vs. United Kingdom Interpretation Approaches

  • European Union Legal Frameworks

  • Influence of International Law and Treaties

Chapter 11: Modern Trends and Criticisms

  • Judicial Activism in Statutory Interpretation

  • The Shift Toward More Flexible, Purposive Approaches

  • Criticisms of Current Approaches

  • Technological Advancements and Statutory Interpretation

  • Future Challenges in Legislative Interpretation

Chapter 12: The Impact of Statutory Interpretation on Legal and Social Policy

  • How Statutory Interpretation Shapes Society

  • The Role of Statutory Interpretation in Social Justice

  • Interpretive Approaches and Legislative Reform

  • The Role of Judges in Shaping Legislative Intent

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