Sri Lanka, Sept. 16 -- The comments made by UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Michelle Bachelet, on the proposed 20th Amendment to the Constitution are unwarranted and pre-judgemental, based on presumption, Sri Lanka told the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC).
Making a statement to the 45th Session of the UNHRC on Tuesday, Sri Lanka said the Draft 20A submitted through the Parliament will be discussed, debated, following a complete democratic process, where all stakeholders will have the opportunity to present their views. The statement further said that the pardon to the former Army sergeant was granted in terms of the powers and provisions of the Constitution of Sri Lanka.
"The Government rejects the references made to false and unsu...