The meaning attributed to the words when read in the context of the entire statute, its history, and its underlying objective.
Internal aids are components found within the statute itself that help clarify ambiguous language. Justice G.P. Singh provides exhaustive guidance on how to evaluate these elements:
While literal interpretation is foundational, it should not be applied to produce an absurd result that defeats the statute's purpose. B. The Golden Rule
When the literal text fails or is ambiguous, Singh directs the practitioner toward two secondary pillars: