S. W. R. D. Bandaranaike
S. W. R. D. Bandaranaike was a notable Sri Lankan politician who served as Prime Minister and was the founder of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP). His tenure saw significant nationalization policies and a strong push for a Sinhala-centric approach to governance. Bandaranaike's leadership was pivotal in shaping modern Sri Lankan politics, and he remains a controversial yet respected figure in the island's political landscape.
Born on Feb 08, 1899 (126 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Sri Lanka | 2 | 8.00 | 0.16% | +0% | 21,413,249 | 34,070 | $84,000 | 134$ |
| Totals | 2 | 21,413,249 | 34,070 | $84,000 | 134$ |
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Sri Lanka:
S. W. R. D. Bandaranaike was a close friend and political ally of H. Sri Nishshanka, who played a significant role in the formation of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party.
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Sri Lanka:
S. W. R. D. Bandaranaike's image was included on the new currency notes as part of the monetary reforms.
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