Rajapaksaled

Rajapaksaled is a term that refers to the descendants of the Rajapaksa family, a prominent political dynasty in Sri Lanka. The family gained significant influence and power in Sri Lanka's political landscape during the 20th and 21st centuries. The Rajapaksas are known for their involvement in various political parties and their contributions to the country's governance.

The Rajapaksa family's political journey began with Don Stephen Senanayake, who served as the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka from 1953 to 1956. His son, Sirimavo Bandaranaike, became the first female Prime Minister of Sri Lanka and held the office from 1960 to 1965 and again from 1970 to 1977. Sirimavo's daughter, Chandrika Kumaratunga, served as the President of Sri Lanka from 1994 to 2005.

The Rajapaksas' political influence continued with Mahinda Rajapaksa, who served as the President of Sri Lanka from 2005 to 2015. His son, Gotabaya Rajapaksa, also served as the President of Sri Lanka from 2019 to 2022. The family's political legacy is marked by their significant contributions to Sri Lanka's political and economic development, as well as their role in shaping the country's governance and policies.