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2020

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

Which amendment of the Sri Lankan Constitution has expanded the powers of the President and also have increased the immunity of the President?

A	15
B	17
C	20
D	25

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -20th amendment brought back most of the constitutional powers to the President which was previously abolished in the 19th amendment. The 19th amendment was the first instance in Sri Lanka where the executive powers were equally shared by the President along with the cabinet.

Detailed explanation-2: -(1) The appointment, promotion, transfer, disciplinary control and dismissal of public officers shall be vested in the Commission. (2) The Commission shall not derogate from the functions and powers of the Provincial Public Service Commissions established by law.

Detailed explanation-3: -The intention and thought process regarding passing of such bill is to curb the executive powers of the President to some extent and to empower the parliament which should serve on behalf of public interest. The bill also aims to restore independent commissions.

Detailed explanation-4: -” (1) Sinhala and Tamil shall be the languages of the courts throughout Sri Lanka and Sinhala shall be used as the language of the court situated in all the areas of Sri Lanka except those in any area where Tamil is the language of administration.

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