1987–1989 JVP insurrection
1987 – 1989
The Marxist-Leninist JVP rose against Sri Lanka's government, and the state responded with a harsh crackdown. It was the party's second insurrection, and it was suppressed.
Key people
Participants
Strength and losses
| All | |
|---|---|
| Killed | c. 10,000 |