In the interpretation of statutes, where there are general words following particular and specific words, the general words following particular and specific words must be confined to things of the same kind as those spe
CS Executive · Industrial, Labour & General Laws · PYQS · December 2014
In the interpretation of statutes, where there are general words following particular and specific words, the general words following particular and specific words must be confined to things of the same kind as those specified, unless there is a clear manifestation of a contrary purpose. Such rule of interpretation is called __________.
Answer & Explanation:
Correct Answer: Option (A)
Correct answer: (A) Rule of ejusdem generis. This answer applies to the historical law and assessment-year context of this December 2014 paper; later amendments may differ.
Topics: Interpretation of Statutes
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