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SC Determination on 22A:A Law and Policy Critique

by Prof.G. L. Peiris D. Phil. (Oxford), Ph. D. (Sri Lanka); Former Minister of Justice, Constitutional Affairs and National Integration; Quondam Visiting Fellow of the Universities of Oxford…

  • 22nd Amendment to Sri Lanka's Constitution draws attention domestically and internationally.
  • Full Court of 13 judges recommended, but dismissed due to general importance.
  • Critics argue decision overlooks petitioners' need for Chief Justice's expansion ruling.

Aftershocks of 22A

Tuesday 29th September, 2026 The government is busy concocting various theories in a bid to justify the manner in which the 22nd constitutional amendment (22A) was enacted.

  • Sri Lankan government rationalizing 22nd constitutional amendment (22A)
  • Indian Supreme Court order raises district judicial officers' retirement age from 60 to 62
  • JVP-NPP politicians compare 22A to 2021 Zimbabwe amendment

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