Social Sciences, asked by yamini9, 1 year ago

state the majoritarian policies adopted by sri lanka after independence

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Answered by Anonymous
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1. In 1956, ab act was passed to recognise Sinhala as the only official language.

2. The government followed preferential policies and favoured Sinhala people for govt jobs and University positions.

3. A new Constitution stipulated that the state shall protect and foster Buddhism.

4. The Tamils felt alienated due to such discriminatory attitude of the Govt.

5. The relations between the Sinhala and Tamils deteriorated and led to a civil war .
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Answered by Anonymous
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Consequences of majoritarian policies adopted  by Sri Lankan Government.



(i) Tamils felt the government was not sensitive  about Tamil language and culture.



(ii) Tamils felt discriminated against in jobs and  education.



(iii) Tamils felt the government was practicing religious discrimination.



(iv) Relations between Tamils and Sinhalese became  strained.

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