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What are the examples of power sharing mentioned in the text?

The examples of power sharing mentioned in the text are Belgium and Sri Lanka.

What is the ethnic composition of Belgium?

Belgium has 59% Dutch and 40% French speakers.

What was the special problem in the capital city Brussels?

The special problem in the capital city Brussels was that the Dutch community was in the minority despite being the majority in the whole country.

Why did the Dutch speaking community in Belgium become angry?

The Dutch speaking community in Belgium became angry because the minority French community was relatively rich and powerful, which made the Dutch speaking community feel disadvantaged. Signup and view all the answers

Why is power sharing important for the proper functioning of Belgium?

Power sharing is important for the proper functioning of Belgium to accommodate the tension between the French and Dutch communities and ensure the functioning of a federal democracy. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the tension between the French and Dutch communities in Belgium as mentioned in the text.

The tension between the French and Dutch communities in Belgium is due to the linguistic and ethnic differences, with the Dutch-speaking community being the majority in the whole country but a minority in the capital, Brussels. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the struggles of the Sri Lankan Tamils and its result as mentioned in the text.

The struggles of the Sri Lankan Tamils refer to their fight against majoritarianism in Sri Lanka, which led to tensions and conflicts. The result was the demand for power sharing to address their grievances and ensure representation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of power sharing in Belgium, as per the text?

Power sharing is significant in Belgium to accommodate the linguistic and ethnic diversity, especially between the French and Dutch communities. It is crucial for the proper functioning of the country and to prevent tensions and conflicts. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the ethnic composition of Belgium as mentioned in the text.

The ethnic composition of Belgium includes approximately 59% Dutch speakers and 40% French speakers. The special problem arises in the capital city, Brussels, where the Dutch-speaking community is a minority despite being the majority in the whole country. Signup and view all the answers

What led to the anger of the Dutch-speaking community in Belgium, as per the text?

The Dutch-speaking community became angry due to the delayed benefit of economic development and education, despite being the majority in the country. Additionally, the minority French community's relative wealth and power also contributed to their anger. Signup and view all the answers

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