Art. 259

Construing this Constitution

The Constitution should be read in the way that best supports people's rights and good governance.
Art. 259(1)
(1) This Constitution shall be interpreted in a manner that— (a) promotes its purposes, values and principles; (b) advances the rule of law, and the human rights and fundamental freedoms in the Bill of Rights; (c) permits the development of the law; and (d) contributes to good governance.
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