2026-02-19 / Standing Order 27(2) Matter: Mahaweli Development Project and Land Allocation - Procedural Exchanges

Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna

2026-02-19

The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised procedural points under three Standing Orders — 27(2), 92(2)(a), and 3(2) — clarifying that Standing Order 27(2) specifically provides that questions may generally be raised, and that this right extends to a Party Leader or the Leader of the Opposition.

Mr. Speaker, I have three points under Standing Orders 27(2), 92(2)(a) and 3(2). Generally, questions can be raised under Standing Order 27(2). Standing Order 27(2) clearly provides that a Party Leader or the Leader of the Opposition may also raise such questions.