Srilanka, May 22 -- Sri Lanka commemorates its 53rd Republic Day today (May 22), marking a significant milestone in the nation's journey toward full sovereignty.Sri Lankan tourism

Though the country gained independence from British rule on February 4, 1948, it retained Dominion status under the British Crown. During this period, key powers remained with British-appointed officials, including the Governor-General, who served as the head of state and Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces. Legislative authority and final judicial power were still influenced by British institutions, with laws requiring approval from the Governor-General and final legal appeals directed to the Privy Council in England.

This changed on May 22, 1972, when Sr...