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Which ethnic group constitutes the majority population in Sri Lanka?

1

Tamils

2

Moors

3

Sinhalese

4

Buddhists

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Answer

C. Sinhalese

Solution:

The Sinhalese ethnic group constitutes the majority in Sri Lanka, making up 74% of the population. Tamils represent 18%, while Moors and Buddhists are smaller groups.

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