Approaches to Construction

Basics Of Statutory Interpretation with external and internal Links
Literal or Plain Meaning Rule of Construction......2....3

Literal Rule and Observations of Irish Law Reform Commission

Plain Meaning Rule and Applicability.... 2

Specific Advantages of Literal Rule........2.....

Strict Literal Rule: Justification Points

Shift from Literal Meaning to Ordinary and Natural Meaning Approach

Shifting Trends from Literal to Purposive approaches        2        3
Shifting Trend in Approaches: International Practices

Golden Rule of Interpretation/Construction

Golden Rule:Observations of Irish Law Reform Commission

Mischief Rule: Basics     2

Mischief Rule:Views of Irish Law reform Commisssion

Development of Purposive Approach and Trends to Interpretation