Sri Lanka, Feb. 14 -- The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has launched an investigation into allegations that MP Namal Rajapaksa obtained his law degree illegally with the assistance of two lawyers.

The complaint was filed by the organization "Citizen Power Against Bribery, Corruption and Waste," which called for a formal inquiry and legal action. The allegations were made during an interview broadcast on social media.

Following the complaint, the Acting Inspector General of Police (IGP) instructed the CID Director to conduct a full investigation under the provisions of the Criminal Procedure Code.

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