The classic legal text Principles of Statutory Interpretation " by Justice G.P. Singh

10. Conclusion: The Master Craftsman’s Legacy

G.P. Singh did not invent statutory interpretation; he systematized it for a common law jurisdiction with a written constitution. His Principles teach that interpretation is neither mechanical literalism nor freewheeling activism. Instead, it is a disciplined inquiry guided by rules, aids, presumptions, and above all, the statute’s text and context. For students, his work is a toolkit; for judges, a compass; for scholars, a benchmark. Any future theory of interpretation in India must begin – and often ends – with G.P. Singh.

GP Singh, a renowned expert in law, has outlined several key principles of statutory interpretation, which are widely accepted and applied in the legal profession. These principles include:

How to Study GP Singh for Maximum Retention (The High-Quality Method)

Simply buying the book is not enough. Here is a study methodology used by toppers of judicial services exams (e.g., Delhi, Rajasthan, Bihar Higher Judicial Services):