Tibetans are seeking more autonomy, not separation from China, says Dalai Lama Context The Dalai Lama claims that while Tibetans want more autonomy, they do not want political secession and that while he would like to return to Lhasa, he would rather stay in Dharamshala. […]
China Protests Dalai Lama Meeting U.S. Officials Context The meeting between the Dalai Lama and representatives of the “Central Tibetan Administration” (CTA) and visiting American official Uzra Zeya was denounced as an attempt to “interfere” in China’s “internal affairs” by China on Monday. The Dalai […]
Dalai Lama #GS-01 Buddhism For Prelims Dalai Lama Dalai Lama is the spiritual leader of the Gelugpa tradition of Tibetan Buddhism, which is the largest and most influential tradition in Tibet. Dalai Lamas are believed to be the manifestations of Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion […]