Principle

CONSTITUTIONAL LAW — Constitutional Interpretation — Every Clause of a Statute Must Be Construed with Reference to Context and Other Clauses

Area of law
CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Statutory clauses must be read in context. The principle applies to constitutional interpretation. No clause is read in isolation. The rule ensures harmonious construction. The court will interpret provisions to avoid inconsistency. The principle is well-established.

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