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“He never compromised his lifelong convictions for political convenience.”

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“He never compromised his lifelong convictions for political convenience.”
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Former Sri Lankan Minister of Justice Ali Sabry pays tribute to late lawyer and NPP Executive Council member Lal Wijenayake, praising his commitment to judicial independence.

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  • —Ali Sabry
  • —Lal Wijenayake
  • —22nd Constitutional Amendment
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““He never compromised his lifelong convictions for political convenience.””
“Lal Wijenayake was a legend in his own right. Whatever his political allegiance, his heart remained with the people and his conscience remained his own.””
Why It Matters

The tribute highlights the importance of judicial independence in Sri Lanka's democratic system and the potential consequences of compromising it.

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The legacy of Lal Wijenayake's commitment to judicial independence may influence future debates on the 22nd Constitutional Amendment

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