Krishanthi Kumaraswamy

Krishanthi Kumaraswamy is a Sri Lankan schoolgirl whose name has become synonymous with a tragic case of sexual violence and murder that occurred in 1996. Her case drew widespread attention to issues of gender-based violence in Sri Lanka, leading to a prolonged legal battle that highlighted systemic failures in the justice system. The ongoing ramifications of her case continue to resonate in Sri Lankan society, as it underscores the need for reform in how such cases are handled by law enforcement and the judiciary.