Constitutional Convention
This is not a constitution. This is a civic mirror — a space to imagine, discuss, and educate ourselves about what constitutional principles might matter if a legitimate process ever emerges.
The five principles (speculative)
- Principle 1
Pluralism
Tamil, Muslim, Up-country Tamil, and Sinhalese minority guarantees — enumerated, justiciable, non-derogable.
- Principle 2
Secularism
No state religion; religious freedom protected as non-derogable.
- Principle 3
Decentralisation
Municipal autonomy, not just provincial. Subsidiarity as a constitutional principle.
- Principle 4
Gender parity
50% women's representation in all elected bodies. Magalir Avai legacy carried forward.
- Principle 5
Environmental trusteeship
Sacred sites, water rights, and coastal protection recognised as constitutional rights, with standing for future generations.
Comparison (educational, not endorsement)
| Reference text | Pluralism guarantees | Notable issues |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka 1972 Republican | Limited | Buddhism foremost; centralised unitary |
| Sri Lanka 1978 (+13th Am.) | Partial via PC system | 13A unimplemented; merger reversed |
| Indian Constitution | Strong (incl. Art. 30) | Art. 356 misuse; Art. 370 history |
| Bangladesh 1972 | Initially strong secular | Later amendments altered character |
None of these is proposed for adoption. The comparison is educational.
The process mirror
A legitimate constitutional convention would require:
- UN-supervised referendum or peace agreement
- Elected convention delegates
- Multi-community participation
- International observers
- Ratification by the people
TLTE does not claim to shortcut any of these steps.
Submit a principle (becoming)
Submissions are private until an Archon features them. Subject to the same Graduation Gates as Unmai.
- · This is not a constitution.
- · The five principles are not enforceable law.
- · Submissions are not auto-published; they are reviewed.