Law: Recent submissions
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The Legal Protection of Coral Reefs in Sri Lanka: A Critical Analysis
(2023-09)Sri Lanka, being an island nation, has an abundance of coral reefs and reef ecosystems situated around the country. However, they are currently under the threat of rapid deterioration due to adverse human activities. ... -
Intellectual Property Law Vs Human Rights Law: A Re-Examination of the Relationship Between Two Distinct Legal Regimes in Light of Digitalization and Sustainability
(2023-09)In simple terms, intellectual property rights are rights that recognize and provide incentives for inventions connected to social development. On the other hand, human rights are basic natural rights that are inheritable ... -
Legal Aspects of Challenges and Privacy Concerns in Establishing and Maintaining a Forensic DNA Database in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)This research has been conducted to identify the legal aspects of challenges and privacy concerns in establishing and maintaining a forensic DNA database in Sri Lanka. Establishing a forensic DNA database in Sri Lanka ... -
Adequacy of Constitutional Provisions in Sri Lanka to Recognize Custodial Death as a Violation of Right to Life: A Comparative Analysis with India
(2023-09)Custodial death is one of the worst crimes in civilized society which is governed by the rule of law. The deaths of accused/suspects remain a very controversial topic not only in a particular country or region but in the ... -
The Impact of Parental Alcoholism on Children’s Rights
(2023-09)The long-standing family relationship between parents and child is essential for continuous development of children that intern determines the future prospects of the young generation. In the initial stage of human life, ... -
Recognizing the Principle of State Responsibility in Land Based Marine Pollution as a Response to State Sovereignty
(2023-09)The seas and oceans as the largest eco-system in the world have been polluted from various sources throughout history. This global issue is mainly caused by states through land-based sources. Even though there are ... -
An Analysis of Duty to Reason-Giving in Administrative Law
(2023-09)The duty to give reasons for a decision is a part of the audi alteram partem, which is indispensable in Administrative Law. Earlier, the principles of natural justice did not include any general rule that reasons should ... -
Confidentiality of Trade Secrets During Court Proceedings in Sri Lanka: A Comparative Analysis
(2023-09)Trade secrets are an intellectual property strategy used by businesses to protect commercially valuable information which generates a competitive advantage. In Sri Lankan context, the majority of small and medium-scale ... -
The Interplay of Realms in Shaping Access to Safe and Legal Abortion Services in Sri Lanka in Cases of Rape-Induced Pregnancies
(2023-09)In Sri Lanka, abortion is only permitted when the life of the mother is in danger, yet, making it is illegal in most cases. Regardless of the legal restrictions, women still seek and access illegal abortion services. It ... -
Legalizing Right to Die as a Fundamental Human Right in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Many nations throughout the world are debating and considering whether or not to recognize the right to death as a fundamental human right. The debate over the legality of the right to die has special significance in Sri ... -
Recommendations to Improve the Legal Framework in Sri Lanka on Combating Involvement of Convertible Virtual Currencies in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Trafficking
(2023-09)Trafficking of illicit drugs and psychotropic substances has become a contemporary issue in the world due to its abusive characteristics, health problems, and transnational crimes. Each state fights against illicit drug ... -
The Prevention of Domestic Violence Instigated by the Insane: An Analytical Study on the Sri Lankan Perspective
(2023-09)Domestic violence is an enormous, hidden problem in Sri Lanka, and in most cases, it happens within marriage or family life, as aggression aimed toward women and children and, on some occasions, men are also identified ... -
Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Legal Practice in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Artificial Intelligence (AI) a machine-based system used to ease the human workload, has been popular globally and its influence can be seen even in developing countries like Sri Lanka. Although it has dominated areas ... -
“Flying Without Souls”: A Comparative Analysis of Laws Governing Drones in Sri Lanka and the European Union
(2023-09)This research evaluates whether the degree of consistency and relevancy of drone and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) laws existing in Sri Lanka (SL) is sufficient to cater for society’s needs compared to the laws governing ... -
Combating Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse in Sri Lanka: Towards a Statutory Response
(2023-09)The pervasive nature of the internet has facilitated a significant increase in online child sexual exploitation and abuse worldwide. Since the transnational aspect of these crimes poses a challenge for law enforcement ... -
Equilibrium of Cybersecurity and Data Privacy: Analysing Cyber Terrorism in International Context
(2023-09)Since the dawn of information technology, terrorists have used cyberspace as a weapon to carry out their intentions. At the moment, cyber technology provides cyber terrorists with a comprehensive and complicated set of ... -
Future of Workplace Health and Safety: A Legal Perspective
(2023-09)Health and safety standards are different based on the situation at the workplace. For instance, the production process requires a set of standards that may be different from the functioning of management at the operational ... -
Exploring the Child Custody Laws in Sri Lanka: Balancing Parental Rights and Best Interest
(2023-09)Modern legislation is heavily influenced by how parent-child relationships are shaped, and its fundamental objective is to act in the child’s best interests while respecting parental rights. The best interests of the ... -
A Time-Travel to “Nova-Species”: Influence of Naturalism in Roman Law on the Ownership in Modern Copyright Law
(2023-09)This research aims at analysing the impact of Naturalism-based Roman Law principles on certain concepts in modern Intellectual Property Law (IPL). Roman civilization was historically at its peak in literature and artistic ... -
“Living in Adultery” as a Ground for Losing the Opportunity to Claim Maintenance: A Critical Appraisal of the Sri Lankan Judicial Standpoint
(2023-09)The common law reciprocal duty of maintaining the spouses has been part of the Sri Lankan legal regime with the incorporation of the maintenance law directions, with the enforcement of Maintenance Ordinance, No. 19 of ...