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The historical period of Sri Lanka roughly begins in the 3rd century CE. Which chronicles describe this history?
The historical period of Sri Lanka roughly begins in the 3rd century CE. Which chronicles describe this history?
Mahavamsa, Deepavamsa, and Culavamsa
When do the early human remains found on the island of Sri Lanka date back to?
When do the early human remains found on the island of Sri Lanka date back to?
About 38,000 years ago (Balangoda Man)
Who was the first Sri Lankan ruler of the Anuradhapura Kingdom?
Who was the first Sri Lankan ruler of the Anuradhapura Kingdom?
Pandukabhaya
Who introduced Buddhism to Sri Lanka in the 3rd century BCE?
Who introduced Buddhism to Sri Lanka in the 3rd century BCE?
In which century was the Kingdom of Tambapanni established by the earliest ancestors of the Sinhalese?
In which century was the Kingdom of Tambapanni established by the earliest ancestors of the Sinhalese?
The historical period of Sri Lanka roughly begins in the 3rd century CE, based on which Pali chronicles?
The historical period of Sri Lanka roughly begins in the 3rd century CE, based on which Pali chronicles?
Who was the first Sri Lankan ruler of the Anuradhapura Kingdom?
Who was the first Sri Lankan ruler of the Anuradhapura Kingdom?
When was Buddhism introduced to Sri Lanka, and by whom?
When was Buddhism introduced to Sri Lanka, and by whom?
What is the approximate date of the early human remains found on the island of Sri Lanka?
What is the approximate date of the early human remains found on the island of Sri Lanka?
In which century was the Kingdom of Tambapanni established by the earliest ancestors of the Sinhalese?
In which century was the Kingdom of Tambapanni established by the earliest ancestors of the Sinhalese?
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Who were the Balangoda people?
Who were the Balangoda people?
The earliest known inhabitants of Sri Lanka, their remains date back to approximately 38,000 years ago.
Name the chronicles that trace Sri Lankan history.
Name the chronicles that trace Sri Lankan history.
The Pali chronicles containing historical accounts of Sri Lanka, beginning in the 3rd century CE.
Who was the first ruler of the Anuradhapura Kingdom?
Who was the first ruler of the Anuradhapura Kingdom?
The founder of the Anuradhapura Kingdom, one of the most significant kingdoms in Sri Lankan history.
When was the Anuradhapura Kingdom founded?
When was the Anuradhapura Kingdom founded?
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How and when was Buddhism introduced to Sri Lanka?
How and when was Buddhism introduced to Sri Lanka?
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What was the Kingdom of Tambapanni?
What was the Kingdom of Tambapanni?
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Why are the Mahavamsa, the Deepavamsa, and the Culavamsa important?
Why are the Mahavamsa, the Deepavamsa, and the Culavamsa important?
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Who played a significant role in introducing Buddhism to Sri Lanka?
Who played a significant role in introducing Buddhism to Sri Lanka?
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What evidence do we have of early human life in Sri Lanka?
What evidence do we have of early human life in Sri Lanka?
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What was significant about the Kingdom of Tambapanni?
What was significant about the Kingdom of Tambapanni?
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Study Notes
Ancient Sri Lanka
- The historical period of Sri Lanka begins in the 3rd century CE, based on Pali chronicles.
- Early human remains found on the island date back to around 35,000 years ago.
- The first Sri Lankan ruler of the Anuradhapura Kingdom was Pandukabhaya.
- Buddhism was introduced to Sri Lanka in the 3rd century BCE by Mahinda, a Buddhist monk and son of Emperor Ashoka of India.
- The Kingdom of Tambapanni was established in the 6th century BCE by the earliest ancestors of the Sinhalese.
Chronicles of Sri Lanka
- The Pali chronicles describe the history of Sri Lanka, specifically the Mahavamsa and the Dipavamsa.
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