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What was the main purpose of Indo-Sri Lanka Agreement signed in 1987?

  1. A
    To establish economic corporation
  2. B
    To resolve the civil conflict in Sri Lanka and ensure Tamil minority rights
  3. C
    To promote tourism
  4. D
    To develop nuclear energy

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The Indo-Sri Lanka Accord, signed in 1987 between Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and President J.R. Jayewardene, aimed to end the Sri Lankan Civil War. It sought to address the demands of the Tamil minority by devolving power to the provinces and maintaining the territorial integrity of Sri Lanka. It also led to the deployment of the Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF).

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What was the main purpose of Indo-Sri Lanka Agreement signed in 1987?
A
To establish economic corporation
B
To resolve the civil conflict in Sri Lanka and ensure Tamil minority rights
C
To promote tourism
D
To develop nuclear energy

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