Category: Legislative Analysis
Salient points and impact of the Gender Equality Bill
The Gender Equality Bill, presented by the Minister of Women, Child Affairs, and Social Empowerment in Sri Lanka, aims to address systemic gender inequalities and promote gender equality across various sectors. Here are the salient points and potential impacts of the bill: Download Gender Equality Bill: http://documents.gov.lk/files/bill/2024/5/496-2024_E.pdf Salient Points of the Gender Equality Bill Impact…
Latest Amendments to the Partition Act
The Partition (Amendment) Act, No. 27 of 2024, introduces several key amendments to the Partition Law, No. 21 of 1977 of Sri Lanka. Here are the key amendments summarized: Download Amendment Act: http://www.documents.gov.lk/files/act/2024/5/27-2024_E.pdf
Electronic Transactions Act 2006
The Electronic Transactions Act, No. 19 of 2006, is a piece of legislation from Sri Lanka that provides the legal framework for electronic transactions, recognition of electronic contracts, matters related to the formation and validity of contracts, and other related matters in the digital environment. Here are some key points based on the context provided:…
What are the latest amendments to the civil procedure code
The latest amendments to the Civil Procedure Code, as per the provided context, are: For the exact details of these amendments, one would typically refer to the official legal texts or databases that contain the full content of these amendments. If you require the specific changes made by these amendments, it is advisable to consult…
What are the key aspects of the Online Safety Act?
The Online Safety Act, No. 9 of 2024, enacted by the Parliament of Sri Lanka, represents a significant legislative milestone in addressing the multifaceted challenges of online safety and cyber security. This act establishes a framework to mitigate risks associated with online communication, curb the misuse of digital platforms, and safeguard individual rights while promoting a…
Acts of Parliament (2007-2024)
LankaLAW provide legal resources required by lawyers and legal professionals for their day to day reference. Given below is the Acts passed by the Parliament of Sri Lanka since 2007.