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Ratings: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Genre: Academic Journal / Social Sciences

Journal Review:
The Social Science Review (Number 2, January 1980) is an important academic publication from the Social Scientists Association of Sri Lanka, a body that has played a significant role in advancing critical social research in the country. This issue showcases the depth and diversity of scholarly inquiry in Sri Lanka during a period of significant political and social transformation.

The lead article by G. B. Keerawella on the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna and the 1971 uprising is a valuable historical analysis of one of the most significant events in post-independence Sri Lanka. Keerawella's examination of the JVP's ideology and its rebellion provides crucial insights into the political currents that shaped the country. N. Shanmugaratnam's piece on agrarian trends and reforms offers a thoughtful reflection on land policy and rural development. Sunil Bastian's review of Soviet studies on Sri Lanka is a fascinating exploration of Cold War-era scholarship and perspectives on the island.

The editorial board, which includes notable scholars such as Kumari Jayawardena and Senake Bandaranayake, ensures that the journal maintains high academic standards. The inclusion of book reviews adds to the volume's value as a research resource.

For students, researchers, and anyone interested in Sri Lankan social, political, and economic history, this issue of the Social Science Review is a valuable and thought-provoking read.