Muere al menos un musulmán en disturbios en Sri Lanka

A Muslim man was killed and numerous shops and mosques were destroyed in Sri Lanka amid religious violence following the Easter Sunday attacks that killed over 250 people. The violence was perpetrated by Sinhalese Buddhist mobs against Muslim properties. The government imposed a nationwide curfew and blocked social media access. The Islamic State claimed responsibility for the Easter attacks, carried out by radicalized local Muslims. Sri Lanka has a history of ethnic violence, including a civil war with Tamil Tigers. UN advisors warned that recent attacks on Muslims could worsen if not addressed.

What event triggered the recent religious violence in Sri Lanka?

• A political election

• A natural disaster

• Easter Sunday attacks

• A sports event

What action did the Sri Lankan government take in response to the violence?

• Declared a state of emergency

• Imposed a nationwide curfew

• Opened new schools

• Increased taxes

Which group claimed responsibility for the Easter Sunday attacks?

• Boko Haram

• Al-Qaeda

• Islamic State

• Taliban

What was the main goal of the Tamil Tigers during the civil war in Sri Lanka?

• To increase trade with India

• To establish a separate Tamil state

• To support the government

• To promote tourism

What did UN advisors warn about the recent attacks against Muslims?

• They could lead to economic growth

• They might escalate if not addressed

• They would improve international relations

• They are beneficial for tourism