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Trust Ordinance: Incorporated Amendments up to 2018 with Case Law up to 2023
By O. R. Jansen
A Comprehensive and Updated Guide to the Law of Trusts in Sri Lanka

This authoritative legal text by O. R. Jansen presents a thorough and updated analysis of the Trust Ordinance of Sri Lanka, incorporating all legislative amendments up to the year 2018 and referencing relevant case law up to 2023. Aimed at legal practitioners, academics, and students, this book serves as a critical resource for understanding the framework, principles, and practical application of trust law in the Sri Lankan legal context.

The book explores the fundamental concepts of trust creation, administration, and enforcement, offering clear interpretations of complex statutory provisions. Each section of the Trust Ordinance is meticulously examined, with commentary enriched by case law that reflects how courts have interpreted and applied the law over time. The inclusion of contemporary judicial decisions up to 2023 makes this edition particularly valuable for those who need the most current legal perspectives.

Beyond statutory analysis, the book provides insights into fiduciary duties, the role of trustees and beneficiaries, trust accounting, breach of trust, and remedies. It also touches on comparative aspects, referencing English trust principles where relevant to the Sri Lankan context.