⚖️ Supreme Court Hears Challenges Against Proposed Anti-Terror Bill

The Supreme Court of Sri Lanka has commenced hearing petitions challenging the constitutionality of the Protection of the State from Terrorism Bill. • Bench & Hearing Details: A three-judge bench led by Chief Justice Preethi Padman Surasena, alongside Justices Achala Wengappuli and Sampath Abeykoon, is presiding over the matter. • Constitutional Concerns: Around 25 petitions have been filed alleging that disputed clauses in the proposed law violate fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution. • Relief Sought: Petitioners have urged the Court to rule that the Bill requires a two-thirds majority in Parliament and national referendum approval for enactment.