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General Principles of Evidence in Sri Lanka – Volume 3 by Kalinga Indatissa
A Comprehensive Legal Analysis by One of Sri Lanka’s Leading Legal Minds

Volume 3 of General Principles of Evidence in Sri Lanka, authored by the distinguished President’s Counsel Kalinga Indatissa, continues the authoritative exploration of Sri Lanka’s evidentiary framework within the country’s unique legal landscape. Building on the solid foundations laid in the first two volumes, this installment delves deeper into the nuanced interpretations, practical applications, and evolving judicial perspectives that define evidence law in Sri Lanka today.

With meticulous attention to both statutory provisions and case law, Indatissa offers a thorough and analytical commentary on complex legal principles, making this volume a vital tool for practitioners, law students, judges, and academics alike. The book addresses advanced topics in evidence, procedural concerns, burdens of proof, admissibility, and the judicial discretion involved in evaluating testimony and documents.

This volume not only draws from decades of legal practice and scholarship but also integrates comparative perspectives from other common law jurisdictions where relevant, offering a broader contextual understanding while remaining rooted in Sri Lanka’s legal traditions.