Multiple choice

Who among the following represents the Sri Lankan diaspora?

  1. M.G. Vassanji

  2. Cyril Debydeen

  3. Michael Ondaatje

  4. Arnold H. Itwaru

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Michael Ondaatje, born in Sri Lanka (then Ceylon), is a major voice of the Sri Lankan diaspora. Works like 'Running in the Family' explore his Sri Lankan heritage and identity. M.G. Vassanji is East African-Indian, while Itwaru is Caribbean.