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What approach did Sri Lanka's government adopt towards the Tamil-speaking minority?

1

Inclusionary policies

2

Dominance of Sinhala majority

3

Decentralization

4

Complete autonomy

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Answer

B. Dominance of Sinhala majority

Solution:

Sri Lanka's government adopted a policy of dominance for the Sinhala-speaking majority, which marginalized the Tamil-speaking minority and led to ongoing conflict.

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