The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has called for the implementation of transparent and merit-based criteria in appointing judges to the Supreme Court. In a letter addressed to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, the BASL highlighted the need for appointments to adhere to seniority, eligibility, and competence.
The BASL emphasized the significance of these appointments, citing their lasting impact on the judiciary and the legal framework of the country. “Proper and valid criteria must be followed to ensure that these appointments are transparent and evident to all,” the letter stated.
