Principle

APPELLATE PRACTICE — Mandatory Nature of Section 246(3) of the 1999 Constitution

Area of law
APPELLATE PRACTICE
Court
Supreme Court

This principle establishes that the word "shall" in Section 246(3) denotes obligation or command, is mandatory, and leaves no room for discretion. The principle applies in constitutional interpretation. It ensures that the provision is enforced. The principle reflects the mandatory nature of "shall." It prevents…

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