The question (6 marks)
Write a short note on the interpretation of substantive and adjective (procedural) statutes. (6 marks)
MU Module II, short note; pack ch. 02, substantive and adjective statutes.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 2 · Subsidiary Rules and Construction by Subject Matter of Interpretation of Statutes.
Authorities you will need
- Maharaja Chintamani Saran Nath Shahdeo v. State of Bihar
- Union of India v. Filip Tiago De Gama of Vedem Vasco De Gama
- P. Janardhan v. Union of India
- General Clauses Act
- Articles 14 and 20(1) of the Constitution of India
- Code of Civil Procedure (Amendment) Act
How an answer is marked
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