Library

A living archive for every citizen

Explore the primary documents that shaped Sri Lanka's governance — from historic reports to public submissions — presented in an accessible reader for thoughtful review.

6 volumes
653 total pages
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6 items 653 total pages
88 pages

1833

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Colebrooke-Cameron Commission Report (1833)

Scanned pages from the Colebrooke-Cameron Commission Report which shaped Ceylon’s governance in the 19th century.

Colonial Governance Reform
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33 pages

1920

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Proceedings of the Legislative Council of Ceylon

A bound volume of Legislative Council proceedings capturing debates and resolutions.

Legislature History
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71 pages

1947

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Soulbury Constitution (1947)

The post-World War II constitutional framework that led Ceylon toward independence.

Constitution Independence Governance
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57 pages

1972

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The Constitution of Sri Lanka (1972)

The first republican constitution establishing Sri Lanka as a republic and redefining state institutions.

Constitution Republic History
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71 pages

2009

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All Party Representative Committee Final Report (2009)

Final recommendations of the All Party Representative Committee on constitutional reforms.

Reform Governance Recommendations
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333 pages

2016

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Report on Public Representations on Constitutional Reform (2016)

Submissions and findings gathered from public consultations on constitutional reform.

Public Input Consultation Reform
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