Question

Why are some Tamils in Srilanka called Indian Tamils?

Answer 1

Certain Tamils in Srilanka are called Indian Tamils this is because their ancestors were from India who during Colonial Period were forced taken to srilanka as plantation workers.Their families lived there even after independence.
Most of indian tamils are from Tamilnadu who were Forced to migrate there. Hope it helps you:)

Answer 2

Some tamils were called indian tamils in Sri Lanka because they were carried from India at the time of colonial period by the British government for the work of British government.

Hope this will help you!!!☺☺