Sri Lanka, Jan. 14 -- The removal of the Mullivaikkal monument from the Jaffna University has had both positive and negative reflections in the minds of undergraduates regarding peace and reconciliation in Sri Lanka

"Nevertheless, there are honours due to all dead,"- Antigone

On January 8, the Mullivaikkal monument in the Jaffna University was demolished leading to students and residents protesting against the act. In Sri Lanka, a polarization of opinions was seen in response to this demolition. While some condemned the demolition, some saw it as an act propelling the country towards peace and reconciliation.

Final phase of civil war

Many who condemned the demolition were of the opinion that the memorial was constructed in the memory ...