The need for an annotated bibliography on the history of Sri Lankan Muslims: descriptive perspective

Abstract

Sri Lankan Muslims are a scattered community with a concentrated majority in the eastern province. They, too, live in the major cities and villages in the Southern part of the island. Several books record their arrival and habitation in history. In particular, the Muslim Religious and Cultural Department has compiled the Sri Lankan Muslim history district-wise. Some other books have been published by individuals from place to place. However, the history of Sri Lankan Muslims should be recorded in a separate edition from a new perspective. A holistic view is also needed about the history of Sri Lankan Muslims. It is not possible to find sufficient information about the books so that this study will serve as the basis for research on Muslims. To achieve these goals, the opinions and books that emphasize the need for this study to be carried out on a descriptive basis are the sources of the study. The sources of study are interviews and books. To search for historical books of Sri Lankan Muslims without missing anything. This is the biggest problem in this study. If, as far as possible, the books that tell the history of Sri Lankan Muslims can be organized and compiled into a proper history, it will contribute significantly to the existence and peaceful coexistence of Sri Lankan Muslims.