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Which measures were taken by the Sri Lankan government to favor the Sinhalese community?

1

Introduction of bilingual education

2

Promotion of Tamil as an official language

3

Preferential job opportunities for Sinhalese

4

Formation of multicultural committees

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Answer

C. Preferential job opportunities for Sinhalese

Solution:

The government favored Sinhalese applicants for university placements and job opportunities, establishing a system of inequality.

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