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Majoritarianism in Sri Lanka

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The in Sri Lanka constitute a majority, while the make up around 18% of the population.

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Malays

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Tamils

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Moors

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Sinhalese

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The correct options are
B Tamils
D Sinhalese
Sri Lanka has two major social groups: The Sinhalese and the Tamils. Other demographic groups like the Moors, Malays, and the Burghers are smaller minorities within the island nation.

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