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When can Ordinances be promulgated in India?
Ordinances can be promulgated by the President of India when Parliament is not in session.
What is the formal expression of any decision of a civil court which is not a decree?
An order.
What is the definition of 'Law' according to Article 13(3)(a) of the Indian Constitution?
Any Ordinance, order, bye-law, rule, regulation, notification, custom or usage having in the territory of India the force of law.
What is the definition of a Bye-law?
A law made by a local authority that applies only in their area.
What is a Regulation in the legal context?
A rule or order issued by an executive authority having the force of law.
What is a Notification in the legal context?
A written or printed matter that gives notice and should be published with a date.
What is the purpose of using reciprocal words in Legal English?
To indicate the opposite nature of the relationship.
How do ordinary words get special meanings in legal context?
By having specific meanings related to legal concepts.
What do formal legal citations provide in legal language?
References for legal arguments.
What is the main purpose of formal legal citations?
To allow legal professionals to rely on established legal precedents.
How does formal legal language adhere to organizational structure?
By following a specific structure.
What do reciprocal words like employer and employee indicate in Legal English?
Opposite nature of the relationship.
In legal language, what does 'consideration' refer to specifically?
Something of value exchanged between parties in a contract.
What type of references do formal legal citations provide?
References to legal authorities.
How does formal legal language differ from ordinary language in defining 'consideration'?
By assigning a specific meaning related to contracts.
What is the significance of the organizational structure in formal legal language?
It ensures clarity and consistency.
Test your knowledge of legal English vocabulary and concepts, including reciprocal words and ordinary words with special meanings in a legal context.
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