Sri Lanka passes a constitutional amendment that increases the retirement age for judges. Under the changes, Supreme Court judges’ retirement age is raised from 65 to 67, and Court of Appeal judges’ retirement age is raised from 63 to 65, according to reports.
The outlets describe the amendment’s adoption in similar terms, but they differ in framing. India Today reports the passage of the 22nd Amendment and focuses on the increase itself. The Hindu characterizes the amendment as controversial, highlighting that it is a change to judicial tenure rules. Both accounts agree on the specific age limits being extended for each court level.
The amendment’s approval reflects ongoing adjustments to Sri Lanka’s judiciary arrangements. The reporting indicates it takes effect as part of the constitutional process rather than through ordinary legislation, though details of implementation and any broader political or legal implications are not covered in the provided summaries.
