The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) has submitted its observations on the proposed reforms to the Muslim Marriage and Divorce Act (MMDA).The Commission received a letter on 13 January 2026 from the Ministry of Justice, addressed to the Chairman of the HRCSL, inviting its feedback on the ongoing reform process.

In response, the HRCSL has reiterated the position outlined in its earlier statement dated 25 August 2025 (attached), while also providing further observations and recommendations to support a rights-based reform of the MMDA.

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HRCSL Letter to the Minister of Justice and National Integration on 02_02_2026

HRCSL-Statement-on-Reforming-the-Muslim-Marriage-and-Divorce-Act-and-on-Related-Matters 25_08_2025