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Sri Lanka's Tamil Nationalism Persists Despite Electoral Changes

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Sri Lanka's Tamil Nationalism Persists Despite Electoral Changes

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  • The recent electoral success of the NPP does not signify a decline in Tamil nationalism.
  • Commemorations for Maaveerar Naal, honoring LTTE fighters, drew tens of thousands, indicating continued Tamil commitment to their cause.
  • While NPP's victory included all but one Tamil-majority district, it reflects disillusionment with local Tamil politicians rather than a rejection of Tamil nationalism.
  • Support from Tamils for NPP remains precarious, with ongoing arrests and unmet promises causing frustration within the community.
  • The Tamil struggle for autonomy persists as political solutions from the state have repeatedly failed, driving reliance on the international community for justice.

For the full article, visit: Al Jazeera


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