• UGI USER
  • Mar 08, 2024
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ON THE JANATHA VIMUKTHI PERAMUNA

Why in the news?

Indian outreach to Sri Lanka’s JVP opposition party sparks speculation ahead of elections, signalling shifting geopolitical dynamics in the region.

source:theeconomist

About Political Evolution and Historical Perspective of JVP:

  • The JVP has historically viewed India as an expansionist power aiming to colonize Sri Lanka.
  • Founded in 1965 by Rohana Wijeweera, the JVP initially pursued socialist revolution but later shifted to majoritarian Sinhala-Buddhist sentiments.
  • Engaged in armed insurgency in 1971 and faced brutal suppression, leading to around 60,000 deaths.
  • Entered mainstream politics in the 1990s, contesting elections and forming alliances with other parties.
About Jathika Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) :

●   Jathika Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) founded in 1957 by K. M. P. Rajaratne and Kusuma Rajaratne.

●   Received backing from local businesses.

●   Associated with severe anti-Tamil riots in areas of its influence.