Principle

CONSTITUTIONAL LAW — Interpretation of Statutes — Ejusdem Generis Rule — Application to Section 66(1)(h) of the 1999 Constitution

Area of law
CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

General words following specific words are confined to the same class. The principle applies to statutory interpretation. The rule prevents expansive reading of general words. The court will apply ejusdem generis where appropriate. The principle is well-established.

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