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What was a notable position J. R. Jayewardene held following Sri Lanka's Independence?
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J. R. Jayewardene held several Cabinet positions following Sri Lanka's Independence. He served as the Minister of Commerce and Trade from 1948 to 1952, the Minister of Local Government and Housing from 1952 to 1953, and the Minister of Finance from 1953 to 1956. He also served as the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka from 1977 to 1989.
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