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Autism, 'autism' means a condition of uneven skill development primarily affecting the communication and social abilities of a person, marked by repetitive and ritualistic behavior. [National Trust for Welfare Of Persons With Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Mental Retardation and Multiple Disabilities Act 1999 (44 of 1999), s. 2(a)]