Military Obligation
/ˈmɪlɪˌtɛri ˌɒblɪˈɡeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal duty imposed on individuals to serve in the armed forces when called upon by law or government authority.
The citizen fulfilled his military obligation during the national emergency.
Forms
- military obligation
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Commentary
The term denotes a binding legal duty distinct from voluntary enlistment; drafting statutes or policies should clearly specify the triggering conditions and scope of this obligation.
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