An Examination of the Necessity for Digital Transformation in Tackling Daily Challenges: Progressing Towards the Establishment of The Rule of Law

Abstract

This research endeavours to meticulously examine the indispensable role of digital transformation in addressing daily challenges, focusing on its implications for establishing the rule of law. The study adopts an interdisciplinary approach, incorporating surveys, case studies, and data analysis to unravel the complex dynamics between digital solutions, daily adversities, and legal frameworks. Notably, this investigation is specifically situated within the socio-cultural context of Sri Lanka, aiming to identify and propose solutions to individuals' daily challenges. The study addresses the unique characteristics of the Sri Lankan milieu, offering insights into locally relevant applications of digital transformation while contributing to the broader discourse on societal enhancement through technology. Based on the challenges identified in the Sri Lankan context, an analysis of the report released by the Bribery Corruption Commission in 2023 reveals high incidences of bribery within the police force. This comparison-based problem-solving approach highlights the urgent need for digital transformation in governance structures to mitigate such challenges and promote establishing the rule of law. The objective is to comprehensively understand how digital transformation can address societal challenges in a nuanced context promoting establishing the rule of law. By bridging theoretical frameworks with practical applications and drawing from contemporary issues highlighted in the Bribery Commission report, this study aims to inform policymakers, technologists, and local communities, fostering an inclusive and practical approach to digital transformation for societal progress in Sri Lanka