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Within the larger context of the bitter ethnic strife in Sri Lanka, this timely volume assembles a multidisciplinary group of scholars to explore the central issue of Tamil identity. Bringing historical, sociological, political, and geographical perspectives to bear on the subject, the contributors analyze various aspects of the Sri Lankan Tamil community as it strives to justify its rightful place on the island.
Exploring the roots of conflict in Sri Lanka, the book traces the distinct historical origins of the Sri Lankan Tamils, discusses the impact of colonial rule, assesses the country's caste system, and questions the government's land settlement policy as well as other discriminatory practices. This exploration enables the contributors to explain the rise of militant movements in Sri Lanka - particularly the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam, who demand the right of self-determination.
Finally, the volume addresses the explosive issues of separatism and secession.
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Politics and government, Tamil (Indic people), Ethnic relations, History, Sri lanka, history, Sri lanka, ethnic relationsPlaces
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The Sri Lankan Tamils: ethnicity and identity
1994, Westview Press
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0813388457 9780813388458
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