Social media and online activism play a crucial role in amplifying voices during protests. Here’s how they contribute to the amplification of voices. Rapid and Widespread Communication: Social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube allow protesters to quickly and widely communicate their messages. They can share real-time updates, photos, videos, and personal experiences, […]

Protests are important for several reason. Raising Awareness: Protests draw attention to social, political, and economic issues that are often overlooked or marginalised. They help raise awareness among the general public and the media, bringing attention to specific concerns and injustices. By shining a spotlight on these issues, protests contribute to public discourse and create […]

There are several factors that have contributed to the perceived failures of democracy in Sri Lanka. Some of these factors include Political Instability, Sri Lanka has experienced frequent changes in government and coalition politics, leading to a lack of continuity in policy-making and governance. This can undermine the effectiveness of democratic institutions. Ethnic and Religious […]

People must focus on human rights abuses by the Sri Lanka government because it is essential to protect the fundamental rights and dignity of individuals. Governments have the responsibility to uphold and respect human rights, as outlined in international human rights treaties and national laws. When governments engage in human rights abuses, it can lead […]

The Rights and The Wrongs  Historically and traditionally, democracy’s four pillars have been the Executive, legislative, judiciary, and the press or media. In recent years, social media has also come to the scene largely. The UN, tomorrow, May 3, marks World Press Freedom Day stating that it is a day dedicated to the importance of […]

Expressing dissatisfaction against the government can be done in several ways. Participating in peaceful protests or demonstrations is a way to express dissatisfaction with government policies or actions. This allows you to join others who share similar concerns and collectively voice your grievances. Engage in discussions and debates about government policies and actions. This can […]

One wonders whether the Parliament of Sri Lanka, which is full of self-righteous members who moralise to the point of queasiness, has taken upon itself the task of serving as a moral compass if sorts for the nation. Its sessions are characterised by endless tub-thumping. During the past several weeks, Parliament has torn some public […]