Which approach to statutory interpretation gives significant weight to the purpose that the legislation seeks to achieve?
Correct answer: B. The purposive approach
- A. The literal approach
- B. The purposive approach
- C. The historical command approach
- D. The numerical approach
Explanation
The purposive approach interprets statutory words in light of the object and purpose of the legislation. It may be especially useful where a purely literal reading would defeat the scheme of the statute.
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