The 'Purposive Approach' to Statutory Interpretation as Set Out in S

question 4

Multiple Choice

The 'purposive approach' to statutory interpretation as set out in s 15AA of the Acts Interpretation Act 1901 (Cth) is best defined as:

• A)Legislation should be interpreted in a way that promotes the purpose underlying the Act.
• B)Legislation must be interpreted with a clear purpose.
• C)A court must have a clear purpose when interpreting legislation.
• D)Legislation must contain a statement which sets out its underlying purpose.

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Definitions:

Import-Competing Clauses

Provisions that protect domestic industries by limiting or imposing conditions on the import of similar foreign goods.

Import Reduction Acts

Legislation designed to decrease the importation of goods into a country to protect domestic industries.

Trade Protection

Policies that limit imports.

Beef Consumption

The amount of beef eaten by individuals or populations over a certain period.