Exam excellence defies oppression

by admin
Jan 3, 2012

Facing the pervasive climate of fear and militarisation with resilience and defiance, Tamil students in the North-East have exceled at recent national exams.

Topping the national GCE mathematics examination in Sri Lanka, Kamalavasan, from Uduppitti American Mission College, achieved 3 As (3.1167 z points). 

The second highest grade nationally in Science was achieved by another Tamil student - Sanjayan.

Their success has been praised by the Tamil nation the world over, from their home towns, to their peers across the diaspora.

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