Taraki Sivaram
Sri Lankan journalist and author
Born
August 11th, 1959
65 years ago
Died
April 28th, 2005
19 years ago — 45 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Sri Lanka
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Contributed significantly to journalism in Sri Lanka, focusing on political issues and human rights. Worked as a senior journalist for prominent newspapers and was among the first to advocate for freedom of expression in a challenging political environment. Authored books that explored the complexities of Sri Lankan society and the ethnic conflict. Actively engaged in debate and analysis regarding the repercussions of the civil war and the struggles of marginalized communities.
Wrote extensively on the Sri Lankan civil war
Advocated for freedom of expression
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