The State v. Botalage Sajith Dinesh Kumara – CA 95/2015-2017

In the case between the Attorney General of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka and Botalage Sajith Dinesh Kumara, the issue addressed was whether the conviction of the 2nd Accused-Appellant for the murder of his infant child was properly supported by the evaluation of evidence. The court held that the conviction was justified, determining that the trial judge correctly assessed the evidence and addressed all critical matters, thus upholding the finding of guilt beyond reasonable doubt. The principle was reaffirmed that while an accused is not obliged to offer an explanation, the absence of denial or explanation in the presence of substantial incriminating evidence may be considered against the accused. The decision relied on established standards of criminal evidence and appell