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VOL. 7, ISSUE 3 (2021)
Relevance of Benjamin Cardozo’s methods of interpretation in judicial proceedings and the limitations posed by the same principles
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Aadya Mishra, Anagha Pramod, Jitendra Kumar
Abstract
This research paper provides a well- structured and detailed description of interpretation of statutes according to the four methods/ principles laid down by Benjamin Nathan Cardozo. He professed the need to understand legal provisions in conformity with the case under discussion. Hence, the four methods/ principles of interpretation clearly talk about the unlimited interpretations that could be drawn out for the legal provision increasing its practicability and saving it from sustain as mere words coded in various books of law. The work analyses various facets of the four principles through the application of doctrinal method of research. The entirety of the paper is purely based on secondary information, but at the same time has evolved to depict a different perspective about the interpretation. The understanding has further assisted in the thorough and distinctive study through precedents, emphasizing on better clarity and minimize ambiguity. Throughout the spans of the research paper it can be perceived that the interpretation of statutes with using these principles (most of the times) is unavoidable irrespective of the field of law involved in the question. Therefore, it showcases the omnipresent nature of interpretation of statutes, and the ability of it in mixing with other fields of law without any overlaps or difficulties.
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Pages:23-28
How to cite this article:
Aadya Mishra, Anagha Pramod, Jitendra Kumar "Relevance of Benjamin Cardozo’s methods of interpretation in judicial proceedings and the limitations posed by the same principles ". International Journal of Law, Vol 7, Issue 3, 2021, Pages 23-28
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