Explanation Clause | Interpretation of Statutes

Q. Can an explanation clause enlarge the scope of original section? [4 marks - 2023]

Explanations

Explanations are added to the section to explain and elaborate on the meaning of the words in the section. The purpose behind this explanation is to explain, clarify, subtract or include something by elaboration.

The explanation clause cannot enlarge the scope of the original section.

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