What aspect of Indian federalism helped in avoiding conflicts similar to those in Sri Lanka?

Imposing a single language

Promotion of Hindi while respecting diversity

Complete central control

Limited use of regional languages

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B. Promotion of Hindi while respecting diversity

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The promotion of Hindi while respecting linguistic diversity allowed India to manage its multicultural identity effectively, avoiding the ethnic tensions seen in Sri Lanka.

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