Using the Demographic Bonus to make Sri Lanka the Wonder of Asia

Sri Lanka’s population has grown almost eightfold since the first national census of 1871, which recorded only 2.4 million people. The first doubling of the population took place in 54 years, between 1871 and 1925.

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Ragging- the deadly monster

The word `ragging’ has become a familiar and frequently used term in Sri Lanka. Ragging has become a deadly plague and affects each and every young person who is unfortunate enough to join a new environment,

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Sunday observer EXTRA

New Year Bonanza:

Avurudu shopping :Flurry of activity

The Sinhala and Hindu New Year shopping spirit has caught up with everyone in the country as crowds are pouring in to make their last minute bargains at various shopping venues all over Colombo.

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After 20 years ...:

First post-conflict census to be conducted

Having the correct impression about the country’s population and basic information about it is vital for a country, whether it be development purposes or for any other purpose.

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