Human rights are generally referred to as inherent, inalienable, interdependent and indivisible rights of mankind. What does that mean? Human Rights are Scholarly Opinions “Human rights are the rights one has simply because one is a human being.” – Jack Donnelly “Human rights are rights possessed by all human beings, by virtue of their common […]
Introduction to IP Law Intellectual Property law (IP law) deals with the protection of the creative, innovative and intellectual works of individuals. IP law plays a vital role in today’s globalized world as It grants the exclusive rights for the creators and innovators over their works. These rights can be either used for financing or
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Introduction The Supreme Court of Sri Lanka, in Kayas v. Nazeer and Others, dealt with a dispute regarding possession and restoration of property under the Primary Courts Procedure Act. The case revolved around the legal standing (locus standi) of an appellant who was ordered to be ejected from a property. The Supreme Court’s ruling provided clarity on Sections
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The case of Podi Menika vs Heen Menike is a fascinating exploration of several key legal principles, including laesio enormis, unjust enrichment, and the requirements for proving the passing of valuable consideration in property transactions. This judgment, delivered by the Court of Appeal of Sri Lanka, provides valuable insights into the application of Roman-Dutch law principles in modern
Dying in police custody in Sri Lanka continues to spark outrage, but rarely accountability. From Supreme Court verdicts that confirm custodial torture, to families left grieving without justice, a glaring legal vacuum remains. Despite constitutional guarantees and international obligations, cases like Sriyani Silva v. Iddamalgoda, Somawathi v. Weerasinghe, and the more recent Kalutara custodial death
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Legal research is one of the most fundamental skills every aspiring lawyer must develop. Whether you’re a first-year undergraduate at the University of Colombo or preparing for finals at any law faculty in Sri Lanka, mastering a legal research guide will define how confidently and effectively you can argue, draft, and advise. In this article,
Media Freedom Under Siege: Analyzing Sri Lanka’s Constitutional Guarantees and High-Profile Cases Introduction Sri Lanka’s relationship with press freedom has long been fraught with tension, marked by violence, censorship, and legal ambiguity. Since 1992, at least 19 journalists have been murdered with impunity, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ). Many of these cases
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