More Privileges for Privileged: Penalizing the Less Privileged: Permit Raj Sri Lankan Style
Pathfinder Economic Flash
Sri Lankans have seen the rise of the “Permit Raj” during 60s and 70s. From the late 70s, there has been a steady removal of permits, licenses and other bureaucratic approvals. This has made Sri Lanka one of the most liberal regimes in the region, though there has been some reversal in recent years.