GCE A/L Exam 2023 Update
Advanced Level Examination will not be postponed.
A fundamental rights petition submitted to the Supreme Court demanding to postpone the advanced level examination was taken for hearing today (22) and case No. SC/FR/240/2023 has been rejected and the case No. SC/FR/254/2023 has been withdrawn by the petitioners.
Accordingly, the Sri Lanka Department of Examinations will take action to hold the advanced level examination this time from the 04th to the 31st of January, 2024 as had been scheduled earlier.
GCE A/L Exam 2023 Update
GCE A/L Exam 2023 Update:
Advanced Level Examination to Proceed as Scheduled: Supreme Court Rejects Postponement Plea
Colombo, November 22, 2023
In a pivotal decision today, the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka has dismissed a fundamental rights petition seeking the postponement of the upcoming Advanced Level Examination. The case, numbered SC/FR/240/2023, was brought before the court, but after due consideration, the request for a delay has been rejected. Additionally, another case related to the matter, SC/FR/254/2023, has been voluntarily withdrawn by the petitioners.
The rejection and withdrawal of these fundamental rights petitions signal that the Advanced Level Examination, scheduled to take place from the 4th to the 31st of January 2024, will proceed as planned, as announced by the Sri Lanka Department of Examinations.
The Sri Lanka Department of Examinations has reiterated its commitment to maintaining the integrity of the examination process and ensuring that students have the opportunity to undertake the Advanced Level Examination without any disruption. The confirmed dates provide clarity to students, parents, and educational institutions, allowing them to plan and prepare accordingly.
This development comes as a relief to thousands of students who have been diligently preparing for the Advanced Level Examination. The decision by the Supreme Court reinforces the importance of adhering to the pre-established schedule, balancing the needs of students with the logistical challenges faced by the education authorities.
