A total of 21 petitions have been filed before the Supreme Court challenging the government's proposed 22nd Amendment to the Constitution. Petitioners, including the Bar Association of Sri Lanka, the Vinivida Foundation, and various social media activists, argue that the Bill could undermine the independence of the judiciary, the rule of law, and freedom of expression. Some also contend it may affect public sovereignty. The petitioners are requesting the Supreme Court to rule that the Bill is unconstitutional and requires a referendum for approval. The Bill has already been gazetted and presented to Parliament.
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Legal Challenges Mount: 21 Petitions Filed Against Sri Lanka's 22nd Amendment Bill
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21 petitions filed challenging Sri Lanka's 22nd Amendment Bill.
Arguments cite threats to judiciary independence and rule of law.
Petitioners seek a Supreme Court ruling and a referendum.