India, Oct. 22 -- Amnesty International said in a new legal analysis that the Sri Lankan government’s proposed Protection of the State from Terrorism bill, tabled on 6 October, allows wide scope for abuse and poses serious threats to human rights. The bill is intended to replace the long-standing Prevention of Terrorism Act and is now before the Supreme Court to check its compatibility with Sri Lanka’s Constitution.
Legislative status and Amnesty comments
Amnesty International said the bill is before the Supreme Court and, depending on the court’s determination, is set to be debated by Sri Lanka’s parliament in the coming weeks.
Smriti Singh, Amnesty International’s South Asia Director, made the following statements:
* “Any attempt to r...