What is the name of official capital of Sri Lanka?

Answer: (2) Sri Jayewardenepura

Explanation:

Sri Jayewardenepura is the official capital of Sri Lanka. 

• Sri Lanka is one of India's closest maritime neighbours in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). 
• Its strategic location makes it important for regional security, maritime connectivity, and trade. 
• India and Sri Lanka share over 2,500 years of cultural, religious, economic, and political ties. 
• Buddhism reached Sri Lanka through Mahinda, the son of Emperor Ashoka, in the 3rd century BCE, creating a strong civilizational link between the two countries. 
• Today, both countries cooperate in trade, defence, development projects, infrastructure, and regional organisations such as SAARC, BIMSTEC, and IORA.
• India and Sri Lanka maintain strong economic relations through the India-Sri Lanka Free Trade Agreement (ISFTA). 
• The two countries also organise the Mitra Shakti military exercise and the SLINEX naval exercise.

About Other Options:

(a) Colombo: Colombo is Sri Lanka's largest city and commercial capital. It is an important economic centre and hosts major cultural institutions. India also promotes cultural cooperation through the Indian Cultural Centre in Colombo.

(d) Kandy: Kandy is an important historical and cultural city in Sri Lanka. It reflects the deep Buddhist heritage shared by India and Sri Lanka through centuries of cultural exchange.