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Court Rules Pensions Must Honor Marital Status | Sri Lanka News
The Court of Appeal in Colombo has ruled that only a court can determine the validity of marriages, not pension authorities. This decision allows a retired municipal worker's wife to receive benefits under the Widows’ and Orphans’ Pension Fund, despite previously being rejected due to a claim regarding the validity of her husband's first marriage. The ruling highlights the distinction between marriage validation and pension entitlement, ensuring her rights are recognized moving forward, which
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