There was some initial demand for an independent Tamil state following the adoption of the federal system.

Eventually in May 1976, there was a publicl demand for a Tamil state.

Many advocated the use of violence to establish a separate Tamil state of Eelam.

The guerrillas are fighting for a separate Tamil state in the northeast area of the island nation.

Suntharalingam was one the first proponents of an independent Tamil state.

The latter preferred constitutional means in pursuing a Tamil state and was keen on contesting in elections for the same.

But when the British took control in 1815, they found three kingdoms, including a Tamil state in the north.

The Tigers are seeking a separate ethnic Tamil state.

Despite this, the Federal Party never asked for a separate Tamil state or even for self-determination.

Shortly thereafter, in 1973, the Federal Party decided to demand a separate Tamil state.