Colonial Sri Lanka was known as Ceylon. It became very important to the British Empire because the soil and climate were well suited for cultivating coffee, tea and rubber. Eventually, Ceylon tea became a very important commodity of the British market.
Sri Lanka acquired its independence on the 4th of February, 1948 from the British Empire.
Sri Lanka was subjected to British empire in the year 1796.
To get spices.
No, Sri Lanka gained its independence on 4th February, 1948.
Its on year 1815
No. It was a part of the British Empire, which is quite different.
Sri Lanka acquired its independence on the 4th of February, 1948 from the British Empire.
British
During World War II, Sri Lanka served as an important base for Allied forces in the fight against the Japanese Empire.
The sri lankans farted in the british camp
Ceylon
Ceylon