CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The highly religious people of Tibet, who practice a unique form of Buddhism, suffered under communist China’s anti-religious legislation. After years of scattered protests, a full-scale revolt broke out in March 1959, and the Dalai Lama was forced to flee as the uprising was crushed by Chinese troops.

Detailed explanation-2: -Currently, Dharamsala, located in northern India, houses the Tibetan government-in-exile and the Dalai Lama. But, China does not recognise his authority.

Detailed explanation-3: -In 1950 China’s communist government invaded Tibet. The Dalai Lama fled in 1959 and set up a government in exile. The Dalai Lama is revered by Tibetan people and his exile has created anger inside Tibet. China’s threats to manipulate the selection process is believed to be a way to impose control on the Tibetan people.

Detailed explanation-4: -In the past, Dalai Lamas have also served as the political leaders of Tibet. The current Dalai Lama was exiled from Tibet in 1959 after a failed Tibetan uprising against the Chinese occupation. He led the Tibetan government-in-exile for many years but has since passed his political authority to democratic institutions.