The Buddhist-majority population of Sri Lanka is known as the ____________.

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The Sinhalese are the ethnic majority in Sri Lanka, making up around 75% of the population. They are predominantly Buddhist and have a distinct culture and language. "Ceylonese" is an outdated term for the people of Sri Lanka, and the Tamil Tigers and Eelams refer specifically to separatist movements among the Tamil minority. The Dravidians are a broader ethnic group that includes the Tamil people, but are not specific to Sri Lanka.

The Buddhist-Majority Population of Sri Lanka Is Known as the ____________