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What aspect of governance did the Belgian model emphasize that was different from Sri Lanka?

1

Majoritarian rule

2

Equal representation of communities

3

Functional central government

4

Cultural homogeneity

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Answer

B. Equal representation of communities

Solution:

The Belgian model emphasized equal representation of language communities in governance, contrasting significantly with majoritarianism in Sri Lanka.

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