{"id":2519,"date":"2024-10-23T08:50:19","date_gmt":"2024-10-23T08:50:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost:8888\/Lawsight\/?page_id=2519"},"modified":"2025-06-12T03:21:28","modified_gmt":"2025-06-12T03:21:28","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/testing.sltdigitalweb.lk\/supremecourt\/beta3\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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\n\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tUpholding justice and the rule of law with profound experience & integrity.<\/cite> \n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t
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The Supreme Court of Sri Lanka stands as the highest and final judicial authority in the country, established under the Constitution of 1978. Its roots, however, reach back to the early 19th century during British colonial rule, when the Royal Charter of Justice of 1801 created the first supreme court for the island, then known as Ceylon. Since then, the institution has undergone significant evolution in both structure and jurisdiction, shaped by the nation\u2019s political and constitutional developments, particularly following independence in 1948. As the apex court, it holds ultimate appellate jurisdiction and is vested with powers over constitutional interpretation, fundamental rights enforcement, and judicial review. It also has the authority to assess the constitutionality of legislation passed by Parliament. The Supreme Court is located in Colombo and comprises the Chief Justice along with other justices appointed by the President. The Court plays a vital role in upholding the rule of law and ensuring a balance among the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government. Over the years, it has delivered numerous landmark judgments that have shaped the country\u2019s legal, civil, and democratic landscape. The Supreme Court continues to serve as a guardian of justice in Sri Lanka\u2019s evolving legal and political landscape.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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