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Employment Opportunities in Youth and the Gig Economy

Admin February 19, 2025

Padma Podi Manike What is the Gig Economy? The gig economy, a creation of the new technological era, is a cultural transformation that moves beyond traditional workforce management. It is a modern method of fulfilling business needs based primarily on independent services rather than full-time

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Early Marriage and Positive Social Development

Admin February 19, 2025

By: Padma Podi Manike Early marriage refers to a person getting married before reaching the legally recognized age of marriage. This concept can be observed in various countries and regional areas due to different cultural, economic, and social factors. It is timely to analyze how early marriage affects positive social development. Early Marriage and Educational […]

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Why Do People Not Register?

Admin February 18, 2025

-Herath Mudiyanselage Asiri The process of registering individuals is a crucial aspect of governmental administration, serving as a fundamental requirement for accessing citizens’ rights, administrative services, and support systems. In an era where everything is becoming increasingly digital, it is noticeable that in some areas of Sri Lanka, people do not actively

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The Cost of Progress: Indigenous Communities and the Vanishing Forests

Admin December 3, 2024

Historians and archaeologists have identified that indigenous people have lived in this country since the beginning of the 5th century BCE. The first inhabitants of a country are referred to as indigenous people. Over 13 million indigenous people live in 136 countries around the world. In Sri Lanka, approximately 500,000 indigenous people live in 62 […]

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The Importance of the Right to Information in Building a Democratic State

Admin November 26, 2024

by Srimal DC The right to information, or the right to access information, is recognized globally as a fundamental human right, and the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) supports this right. It promotes transparency and accountability in a country’s governance. Through the 19th Amendment, the Constitution of Sri Lanka recognizes the right to information

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The Role of Structured Education in Promoting Social Harmony in Sri Lanka

Admin November 13, 2024

by Sathishna Kavishmi Sri Lanka is a country with a diverse foundation, based on linguistic, religious, and relational aspects, and has long faced challenges in maintaining social harmony. Social harmony refers to the strength of connections and a sense of cooperation among members of a community, where peaceful coexistence is possible if the rights of […]

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Badddegama’s Serene Sandarawala: A Responsibility to Preserve

Admin November 9, 2024

by Deepa Kumudu Priyadarshani Located in Sri Lanka’s Southern Province, within the Galle District, the Sandarawala area of Baddegama is renowned for its unique characteristics and ancient significance. This region, nestled amidst a naturally abundant environment, stands out particularly because of the commitment of its residents to protecting and preserving this site. The

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The Ancient Legacy Depicted in the Paintings of Kathaluwa Ranwella Purana Viharaya

Admin November 7, 2024

by Deepa Kumudu Priyadarshani Located in Koggala, Galle, the Ranwella Purana Viharaya is a local heritage site that embodies the artistic traditions of the Kandyan period in Sri Lanka. Established in the 19th century, this temple vividly represents Sri Lankan society, culture, and Buddhist philosophy. The Kathaluwa Viharaya is a masterpiece of Buddhist art created […]

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The Silent Destroyer of Sri Lankan Nature

Admin November 5, 2024

By Jude Roshan Muthukuda In the past, villagers would leave a portion of their harvest for the birds. However, in the present, the bond between humans and the environment has broken. With global development, humans have begun encroaching on nature. Decades ago, people carried woven bags or cane baskets to markets, unlike the shopping bags […]

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Trends and Impacts of Purchasing Goods in the Digital (e) Market

Admin November 4, 2024

Shehan Lakshitha In recent times, consumers in Sri Lanka have increasingly turned to digital marketplaces for purchasing goods. The decision to shop within a given society is influenced by socioeconomic capabilities and cultural motivations. However, this emerging trend has brought both positive impacts and challenges. Similar to many countries worldwide, Sri Lanka has