Consider the following statements regarding the rule of 'Reading Down' the clause:
1. It enables courts to limit the application of laws in cases where they may be ambiguous or unconstitutional.
2. A perfectly valid Provision can be 'Read Down' just because it imposes harsher consequences.
Which of the statements is/are correct?
1
1 only
2
2 only
3
Both 1 and 2
4
Neither 1 nor 2