Question

Examine any reasons for strained relationship between the Sinhala and Tamil communities? ​

Answer 1

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When Sri Lanka emerged as an independent country in 1948, the leaders after Sinhala community tried to dominate over the the government by virtue of their majority. In order to establish their supremacy they took some majoritarian measures are given below:-

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• In 1956, an Act was passed which recognised Sinhala as the only official language. This act disregarded Tamils.

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• Preferences were given to Sinhala applicants for university positions and government jobs.

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• A new constitution stipulated that the state shall protect and promote faster Buddhism.

Answer 2

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$\sf\red{⟶}$(i) In 1956, an Act was passed which recognised Sinhala as the only official language, thus disregarding Tamil language.

$\sf\red{⟶}$(ii) Preferences were given to Sinhala applicants for university positions and government jobs, etc.