Senaka Weeraratna ( with AI Overview assistance)

Take an Oath as follows:

” I proudly embrace my identity as a Sinhalese and my identity as a Sri Lankan. Both are priceless facets of who I am, and I believe wholeheartedly that they can and do co – exist peacefully.

My Sinhalese heritage connects me to a rich tapestry of history, language, culture, and traditions that have shaped this beautiful island for millennia. It is a source of great pride and a deep well of cultural roots.

Simultaneously, my Sri Lankan identity unites me with all my fellow citizens, regardless of their own backgrounds. It represents our shared nationhood, our common future, and our collective responsibility to build a peaceful, prosperous, and harmonious country for everyone who calls Sri Lanka home.

These identities are not in conflict; they are complementary. They weave together to form the vibrant and diverse fabric of our beloved nation, Sri Lanka.” 

Being a patriotic Sinhalese and being a patriotic Sri Lankan are both cherished parts of a rich, shared national identity, and they absolutely can flourish together without conflict. It’s a beautiful thing when these identities intertwine to create a stronger, more vibrant Sri Lanka.

Yes, it is possible to be a patriotic Sinhalese and a patriotic Sri Lankan simultaneously, as national identity can be inclusive and respect diverse affiliations

. True patriotism involves celebrating the shared good of the nation, which includes acknowledging and strengthening the “we” of all Sri Lankans 

Co-existing identities: A patriotic Sri Lankan can also hold a strong sense of Sinhalese identity without one negating the other.

see also

Ensuring the primordial Sinhala Buddhist Identity in National Identity Cards and Passports

Ensuring the primordial Sinhala Buddhist Identity in National Identity Cards and Passports