11. Kingdom of Tambapanni (543 BC–377 BC)
Kingdom of Anuradhapura (377 BC –1017AD)
Kingdom of Polonnaruwa (1056–1236)
Kingdom of Yapahuwa (1236–1272)
Kingdom of Gampola (1345–1408)
Kingdom of Kotte (1408–1590)
Kingdom of Kandy (1590–1815)
Pre Colonial Era
HISTORY
21. National
Emblem
GOVERNANCE & ADMINISTRATION
Golden petals of a Blue Lotus the national flower which symbolize
purity of the governance
Traditional grain vase and sprouts sheaves of rice grains that
circle the border reflecting prosperity
Sun and moon reflect continuous sacrification of government
towards the country and people
Dharma chakra reflecting Dharmic Governance
22. Authority Bravery of Sri Lankan
Nationality
Four Virtues of Buddhism
Mettha(Loving Kindness),
Karuna(Compasion), Upesha(Equanimity)
and Muditha(Happiness)
Buddhism Protect all other nations and
religions
National Flag
Muslims, Tamils & Sinhalese People
GOVERNANCE & ADMINISTRATION
30. EDUCATION
Compulsory education - age 5 to 15
Number of Government schools -10,155
All Students - 4.07 million
Government Expenditure – 11.9 Billion (1.8% GDP)
C.W.W Kannangara
First Minister of
Education in state
council of Ceylon
Introduced free
education in 1958
35. MILITARY
Tri Forces
Total Armed Force Personnel –
298,000
Military Expenditure – 2.3% of
GDP (1.7 Billion
$)
International Ranking for 2023 –
71 as per GFP
36. MILITARY
SL Army
Present Commander -
Lt Gen H L V M Liyanage RWP R
ndu
Active Armed Personnel – 216,00
Commands – 6 SH HQs
No of Units - 23
37. MILITARY
Present Commander -
V Adm P. Perera RSP** USP ndu
psc
Active Armed Personnel –
48,000
Commands – 7 Area HQs
No of Branches - 10
SL Navy
38. MILITARY
Present Commander -
A Mshl SK Pathirana WWV* RWP*
RSP*** VSV USP ndu ps
Active Armed Personal – 34,000
Commands – 4 Zonal commands
No of Branches - 9
SL Air Force
39. INDIA – SRI LANKA RELATIONS
Friendly
Religious Political
Cultural Commercia
l
Military
People used to say motherland and we rarely heard it as fatherland. The bond with motherland is similar to a bond with a mother and a child. So the word motherland is bond with our blood stream.
The commandant , Deputy Commandant, All Deans of different faculties, senior and junior officers, other members of different faculties , ladies and gentlemen, AYUBOWAN “May you be blessed with a long life”
On this remarkable day in our Sri Lankan history, It is a great privilege and honour for me to present my country profile to this distinguish audience.
Therefore I will be following this sequence to make you understanding about Sri Lanka and our by lateral relationships.
The Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka is located in the Indian ocean and the precise position is between
5 and 10 degrees of Northern latitudes and 79 and 82 degrees of Eastern Longitudes, approximately 40 km South East of the Indian sub-continent.
The Ashok Vatika is the place where Ravana kept the Sita captive. Ashok Vatika is a garden that is present in the Sita Eliya in Sri Lanka.
The Koneswaram Temple is considered to be one of the Pancha Ishwaram (one of the five abodes of Lord Shiva), thus making it one of the most important Hindu temples in the whole country. In beginning of 16th century Pourtugese destroyed part of the temple and capture some precious tones and gold from the temple.
Portuguese fleet commander
Lourenço de Almeida
To colombo
Portuguese fleet commander
Lourenço de Almeida
To colombo
Portuguese fleet commander
Lourenço de Almeida
To colombo
Portuguese fleet commander
Lourenço de Almeida
To colombo
Portuguese fleet commander
Lourenço de Almeida
To colombo
Portuguese fleet commander
Lourenço de Almeida
To colombo
Portuguese fleet commander
Lourenço de Almeida
To colombo
After 450 years of colonialism Ceylon got Independence
Governance by Semi-presidential system, with a mixture of a presidential system and a parliamentary system with following branches (Executive, Legislative, and Judicial)
The culture of Sri Lanka has been influenced by many factors but has managed to retain much of its ancient aspects. Mostly it has been influenced by its long history and its Buddhist heritage. The country has a rich artistic tradition, embracing the fine arts, including music, dance, and visual arts. Sri Lankan lifestyle is reflected in the cuisine, festivals, and sports. South Indian influences are visible in many aspects. There are some influences from colonisation by the Portuguese, the Dutch, and the British.
The cuisine of Sri Lanka draws influence from that of India, especially from Kerala, as well as colonists and foreign traders. Rice, which is usually consumed daily, can be found at any special occasion, while spicy curries are favourite dishes for lunch and dinner.
Sri Lanka has long been renowned for its spices. The best known is Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum/ Cinnamomum zeylanicum) which is native to Sri Lanka. In the 15th and 16th centuries, spice and ivory traders from all over the world who came to Sri Lanka brought their native cuisines to the island, resulting in a rich diversity of cooking styles and techniques. Lamprais rice boiled in stock with a special curry, accompanied by frikkadels (meatballs), all of which is then wrapped in a banana leaf and baked as a Dutch-influenced Sri Lankan dish. Dutch and Portuguese sweets also continue to be popular. British influences include roast beef and roast chicken. The influence of Indian cooking methods and food has played a major role in what Sri Lankans eat.
Many forms of Sri Lankan arts and crafts take inspiration from the Island's long and lasting Buddhist culture which in turn has absorbed and adopted countless regional and local traditions. In most instances Sri Lankan art originates from religious beliefs, and are represented in many forms such as painting, sculpture, and architecture. One of the most notable aspects of Sri Lankan art are caves and temple paintings, such as the frescoes found in Sigiriya and religious paintings found in temples in Dambulla and Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy. Other popular forms of art have been influenced by both natives as well as outside settlers. For example, traditional wooden handicrafts and clay pottery are found around the hill country while Portuguese-inspired lacework and Indonesian-inspired Batik have become notable.
The culture of Sri Lanka has been influenced by many factors but has managed to retain much of its ancient aspects. Mostly it has been influenced by its long history and its Buddhist heritage. The country has a rich artistic tradition, embracing the fine arts, including music, dance, and visual arts. Sri Lankan lifestyle is reflected in the cuisine, festivals, and sports. South Indian influences are visible in many aspects. There are some influences from colonisation by the Portuguese, the Dutch, and the British.
The culture of Sri Lanka has been influenced by many factors but has managed to retain much of its ancient aspects. Mostly it has been influenced by its long history and its Buddhist heritage. The country has a rich artistic tradition, embracing the fine arts, including music, dance, and visual arts. Sri Lankan lifestyle is reflected in the cuisine, festivals, and sports. South Indian influences are visible in many aspects. There are some influences from colonisation by the Portuguese, the Dutch, and the British.
Nallur Festival held in honor of Lord Murugan / Celebrated for 3 days starting from the first day of Thai (the 10th month in Tamil calendar), this is one of the important harvest festivals in Sri Lanka / Deepawali or else Diwali is one of the most famous festivals of Sri Lanka
The armed forces consist of the Sri Lankan Army, Navy, and Air Force. As stipulated in the 1978 Constitution, the president of Sri Lanka is the commander in chief of the armed forces and has the sole authority to declare war and peace. Under the president, the formal chain of command includes the prime minister, the minister of defense, and the individual service commanders
For 2023, Sri Lanka is ranked 71 of 145 out of the countries considered for the as Global Fire Power GFP review
Legendry King Vijaya with 700 followers were the first settlement in Sri Lanka As per ‘Mahawansa’ The main Chronic of Sri Lanka
Legendry King Vijaya with 700 followers were the first settlement in Sri Lanka As per ‘Mahawansa’ The main Chronic of Sri Lanka
Legendry King Vijaya with 700 followers were the first settlement in Sri Lanka As per ‘Mahawansa’ The main Chronic of Sri Lanka
Legendry King Vijaya with 700 followers were the first settlement in Sri Lanka As per ‘Mahawansa’ The main Chronic of Sri Lanka
Legendry King Vijaya with 700 followers were the first settlement in Sri Lanka As per ‘Mahawansa’ The main Chronic of Sri Lanka
Legendry King Vijaya with 700 followers were the first settlement in Sri Lanka As per ‘Mahawansa’ The main Chronic of Sri Lanka
Legendry King Vijaya with 700 followers were the first settlement in Sri Lanka As per ‘Mahawansa’ The main Chronic of Sri Lanka
Legendry King Vijaya with 700 followers were the first settlement in Sri Lanka As per ‘Mahawansa’ The main Chronic of Sri Lanka
Legendry King Vijaya with 700 followers were the first settlement in Sri Lanka As per ‘Mahawansa’ The main Chronic of Sri Lanka