Reclaiming the Tamil Homeland: The Indigenous Right to Self-Determination of Sri Lankan Tamils in the North and East An Evidence-Based Advocacy Dossier on Archaeological Continuity, Demographic Realities, Cultural Hospitality, Identity Distinctions, and International Legal Remedies Introduction: This dossier compiles and expands upon verified demographic, historical, archaeological, and legal evidence to advocate for the recognition of Sri Lankan Tamils (Eelam Tamils) as the indigenous people of the northern and eastern provinces—their traditional Tamil homeland (Tamil Eelam in historical nomenclature). It integrates national census data, scholarly analyses, and primary archaeological findings to demonstrate a deep-rooted presence predating major South Indian dynastic invasions, the distinct identity from colonial-era Malaiyagam Tamils, evidence of Tamil hospitality toward Buddhism, and the legitimacy of contemporary demands under international law. The provinces have long fo...