Question

Which of the following describes a contributing factor for atrocities to occur in Sri Lanka? (1 point)
a military government regime
historical ethnic grievances due to British colonialism
historical ethnic grievances due to French colonialism
• American intervention during the Vietnam war

Answer 1

Historical ethnic grievances due to British colonialism. The British colonial policies exacerbated ethnic divisions (favoring Tamils in administration, etc.), which helped create the conditions for later atrocities.