In legal contexts, an “article” typically refers to a specific provision, section, or segment of a legal document, such as a constitution, statute, treaty, or contract. Articles are organised into numbered or titled sections within a legal document and serve to outline specific rules, rights, obligations, or procedures related to the subject matter covered by the document. Articles may address a wide range of legal topics, including fundamental rights, governmental powers, procedural requirements, or substantive provisions of law. They provide the framework for interpreting and applying the law and are often cited and referenced in legal arguments, court opinions, and legal analyses. Articles play a crucial role in structuring legal documents, ensuring clarity, consistency, and precision in the expression of legal principles and rules.
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