Supreme Court quashes petition challenging 2024 General Election date

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By: Isuru Parakrama

November 04, Colombo (LNW): In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has dismissed a fundamental rights petition that sought to challenge the scheduled date for the upcoming general election, set for November 14, 2024.

The decision was reached today (04) by a three-judge panel, following a thorough examination of the arguments presented.

The petition was brought forth by H.M. Priyantha Herath, the Secretary of the Api Sri Lanka National Organisation and a civil rights activist.

Filed on October 21, the petition claimed that the announcement of the election date and the related nomination processes contravened the provisions outlined in the Elections Act of Sri Lanka.

In his arguments, Herath contended that the timing and manner in which the election date was declared were unconstitutional, posing potential implications for the electoral process.

However, the court found insufficient grounds to support these claims, ultimately leading to the dismissal of the petition.

The dismissal of this challenge clears the way for the electoral process to proceed as planned, ensuring that preparations for the election can continue without further legal hindrance.

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