Which ethnic groups are primarily present in Sri Lanka?

Burgher, Sinhalese, Indian Tamils

Sinhalese, Sri Lankan Tamils, Muslims

Only Sinhalese

French, Dutch, Sinhalese

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B. Sinhalese, Sri Lankan Tamils, Muslims

The primary ethnic groups in Sri Lanka are the Sinhalese, Sri Lankan Tamils, and Muslims, each contributing to the country's diversity.

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