By D.B.S.Jeyaraj
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The question of abolishing the Executive Presidential system has received fresh focus after the foray of Gen.Sarath Fonseka into politics.
Campaign hoarding in Colombo-pic by: indi.ca
The UNP along with the UNF led by it and the JVP are all part of an “unholy alliance” now in backing Fonseka’s candidacy.
The main reason trotted out by these strange bedfellows for supporting Sarath Fonseka is the Generals promise to abolish the Executive presidency.
by D.B.S. Jeyaraj
Coup d’etat meaning “stroke of state” in French is used to describe the overthrow or deposition of a government or head of state through illegal or unconstitutional means. A coup d’etat generally referred to as a coup is usually undertaken by officer/s of armed forces against the established government.
by D.B.S. Jeyaraj
Throw a stone into placid waters and you get a big splash followed by numerous ripples. The ripple effect caused by the Fonseka factor continues to excite the contemporary Sri Lankan political scene.
The Presidential stakes earlier was a predictable one-horse race. With the anticipated entry of an old warhorse, an element of uncertainty has been introduced.
This sudden turn of events in the political scenario is certainly due to one man-Lt.Gen Gardihewa Sarath Chandralal Fonseka!
Sri Lanka’s outgoing Chief of Defense Staff General Sarath Fonseka smiles as he leaves his office during his farewell in Colombo on November 16, 2009-Getty images pic.
They say that old soldiers don’t die but simply fade away. But the refusal of one stubborn soldier to simply fade away and go out gently into that night has stirred the political cauldron.
by D.B.S. Jeyaraj
Notwithstanding desperate denials to the contrary, current developments have clearly demonstrated the deep divisions existing between the ruling Rajapakse regime and former Army commander Lt.Gen Sarath Fonseka.
In a controversial turn of events General Fonseka has submitted his resignation from the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) post held by him. It has been promptly accepted by President Rajapakse and is expected to come into effect from December 1st 2009.
President Mahinda Rajapaksa gestures as Army Commander Sarath Fonseka is seen in the background during an event to celebrate Sri Lanka’s 60th Independence Day in Colombo, Monday, Feb. 4, 2008-AP pic
It is widely believed that Sarath Fonseka after official retirement would plunge into politics and would contest against President Mahinda Rajapakse in the forthcoming presidential election.
