Explore the intricate post-war challenges of Sri Lanka and its journey towards reconciliation. This insightful analysis investigates whether democracy truly fosters post-conflict peace, using Sri Lanka’s case study from 2009. Discover the critical factors that influence readiness for reconciliation, moving beyond political systems to examine mutual confidence and the compulsion to coexist. Essential for students and professionals in political science, international relations, and South Asian studies, this book dissects the nexus between governance, ethnic relations, and the enduring quest for lasting peace in a key region.