explain majoritanism in srilanka
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Majoritarianism refers to the rule of a group of majority, also implying the powers exercised by those who are a part of the majority, such as the Sinhalas in Sri Lanka. All the rights were only enjoyed by the Sinhala population. Thus, the political reforms made the Tamil speakers alienated.
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The leaders of the Sinhala community of Sri Lanka sought to secure dominance over government by virtue of their majority.
- In 1956 an Act was passed to recognise Sinhala as the only official language, thus disregarding Tamils.
- The government followed preferential policies that favour Sinhala applicants for university positions and government jobs.
- In Sri Lanka, maximum people believe in Buddhism. A new constitution stipulated that the state shall protect and foster Buddhism.
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