The phrase "general prohibition" means a rule or law that prohibits or forbids something in a broad or all-encompassing way, without any exceptions. Full definition
The Regulations contain general prohibitions on unfair commercial practices together with a «blacklist» of specific unfair practices. (newlawjournal.co.uk)
In addition to the amendments to the CLC and the CHRA, the bill also proposes to introduce general prohibitions which will create a series of new offences and punishments for genetic discrimination in contracts and in the provision of goods and services. (canadainfocus.com)
Most committee members saw the proposed general prohibition on offering non-auditing services as counterproductive for audit quality. (accountingtoday.com)