Principle

CONSTITUTIONAL LAW — Reference under Section 295(2) — Court of Appeal — Duty to Answer Questions Precisely

Area of law
CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Courts answering constitutional references must confine themselves to the questions asked. The principle applies to constitutional references. The court should not exceed its jurisdiction. The rule ensures focused answers. The court should answer precisely without extraneous decisions. The principle is well-established.

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