Today’s “Phrase of the Day” is “letter and spirit” and its meaning is “(to obey) both literal interpretation/wording and the intent/purpose of the law”.
Example Sentence: The judiciary can play an important role in improving the lawmaking process and securing these ideals (principles). A straightforward way of doing this is by enforcing the text and spirit of the constitutional provisions governing legislative procedures. The Constitution contains certain detailed provisions laying out how laws are to be passed by Parliament and the State Legislative Assemblies. Unfortunately, these are often undermined.
This phrase is present in The Hindu article The judicial role in improving lawmaking and click here to read it.
Courtesy: The Hindu
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