Sri Lanka, Sept. 3 -- The Sri Lanka Police is one of the oldest police forces in Asia. It has endured a long journey of over 150 years traversing a road laden with triumphs, trials and tragedies. Upholding the law is vital for a crime-free society in any country. The men and women who wear the gabardine uniform (the official name for the khaki material) are also humans, with their strengths and weaknesses. That being said the constabulary is empowered with enforcing the law, and we as citizens have a right to expect the best. It is a legal and moral obligation expected of the entire police service.

Early history

For centuries, Sri Lankan kings prudently ruled the nation and had a system of laws, and custodians to implement them. During ...