Sri Lanka gained independence from the British in 1948. At that time, the voice of autonomy rights for the minority Tamils started to be heard. But it remained undelivered. After 1970, this struggle for rights turned into an armed struggle. Then in 1987 an agreement was signed between India and Sri Lanka. According to the 13th Amendment Act, power sharing should be given to the minority Tamils. But it is not fully implemented. Last year the Sri Lankan government tried to completely remove it after many years. Tamil Eelam militants and some political parties opposed it.
While the amendment was believed to be the solution to the problem, some Eelam leaders say that the changes made in it have created an anti-Tamil environment.
It is very important to give their rights to the Tamils who make up 15% of Sri Lanka’s population. In particular, the progress of the country can be ensured by establishing good relations between Tamils and Sinhalese. It is hoped that the all-party meeting will lead to a solution.