Compulsory Service
/kəmˈpʌlsəri ˈsɜːrvɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal obligation requiring an individual to perform certain duties, typically military or national service.
The government enacted compulsory service to bolster its armed forces during the crisis.
- (n.) A mandated period of work or service imposed by law or regulation as a prerequisite for eligibility or citizenship rights.
Many countries have laws imposing compulsory service in community projects as a form of civic duty.
Forms
- compulsory service
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Commentary
The term typically relates to legally mandated duties, often in a military context, but may extend to other forms of service imposed by law. Drafters should specify the nature and scope of the service to avoid ambiguity.
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