Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith asserted that Sri Lanka’s issues cannot be solved with outdated laws and leaders who ignore the country’s unique context.
Speaking during the feast at the St. John the Baptist’s Church in Mutwal on Sunday (21) morning, he emphasized the need for leaders with an attitude “that fits the culture and suits the country” to effectively address the nation’s problems.
The Cardinal challenged the notion that simply following the agendas of other parties will bring solutions. He stressed the importance of realistic, locally-tailored approaches.
He argued that societal change is not achieved through strict laws and burdening the people.
He argued that societal change is not achieved through strict laws and burdening the people. He pointed to the current Parliament’s new legislation, citing the Ceylon Electricity Board Act as a prime example. “No one knows the details of the Act,” the Cardinal said, questioning its utility for the people.
He questioned how it serves the people and stressed that the country needs a political framework that allows the people to have meals.
The Archbishop of Colombo said the judiciary should not be interfered with as it affects the respect towards the law, and stressed that leaders have no right to interfere with the law.