In the definition of "common gaming-house" in the Public Gambling Act, 1867, the phrase "whether by way…
The words "whether by way of charge" followed by "or otherwise howsoever" in section 1 show that a charge is one way, among others, in which the keeper's gain may arise. A…
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In the definition of "common gaming-house" in the Public Gambling Act, 1867, the phrase "whether by way of charge" indicates that:
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Correct answer C
The words "whether by way of charge" followed by "or otherwise howsoever" in section 1 show that a charge is one way, among others, in which the keeper's gain may arise. A charge is therefore not essential, gain in other forms is covered, and the Act prescribes no particular mode of proof.