79. Objects of this Part

Subject to section 2 of this Act, the objects of this

Part shall be to –

compel all public officials to make periodic declarations of their assets and liabilities within and outside Sri Lanka;

provide for a centralized electronic system for submission of such declarations;

provide for reference to be made to such declarations by appropriate authorities and for investigations to be conducted, upon the receipt of any information against a person to whom this Part applies;

provide for appropriate measures to be taken in respect of late submissions and non-declaration of assets and liabilities, and for furnishing false declarations;

prevent illicit enrichment and conflicts of interest arising in the discharge of public functions or official activities, through public scrutiny; and

provide for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.