The Interpretation of StatutesInterpretation of legislative enactments and fundamental rights under the Indian Constitution. |
Contents
INTRODUCTION | 1 |
GENERAL RULES OF CONSTRUCTION | 16 |
Expressio unius est exclusio alterius | 50 |
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