Who defeated Mahinda Rajapaksa in the 2015 presidential election?
Ranil Wickremesinghe
Chandrika Kumaratunga
Maithripala Sirisena
Sarath Fonseka
Answer
In the 2015 Sri Lankan presidential election, Maithripala Sirisena emerged as the victor, defeating the incumbent president, Mahinda Rajapaksa. Sirisena's victory marked a significant shift in Sri Lankan politics, as Rajapaksa had been known for his authoritarian style of leadership during his tenure. The outcome of the election highlighted the desire of the Sri Lankan electorate for political change and a return to democratic principles.
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