ThePrint Quiz, 6 July, 2025: The Dalai Lama
The Dalai Lama is the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhists. He is considered the reincarnation of Avalokiteśvara, the Bodhisattva of compassion.
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Hans India
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- Hans India
Dalai Lama turns 90
Dharamshala:Thespiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhists, the Dalai Lama, turned 90 on Sunday after a week of celebrations by followers during which he riled China again and spoke about his hope to live beyond 130 and reincarnate after dying. The Nobel laureate is regarded as one of the world's most influential religious leaders, with a following that extends well beyond Buddhism, but not by Beijing, which calls him a separatist and has sought to bring the faith under its control. Fleeing his native Tibet in 1959 in the wake of a failed uprising against Chinese rule, the 14th Dalai Lama, along with hundreds of thousands of Tibetans, took shelter in India and has since advocated for a peaceful "Middle Way" to seek autonomy and religious freedom for the Tibetan people. Dressed in his traditional yellow and burgundy robe, the Dalai Lama arrived at a temple to smiles and claps from thousands of monks and followers who had gathered on a rainy morning in the small Indian hill town of Dharamshala, where he lives. He waved and greeted them as he walked slowly to the stage with support from monks. "As far as I am concerned, I have a human life and as humans it is quite natural for us to love and help one another," the Dalai Lama said, speaking after a Tibetan cultural performance that included songs for his long life. "I live my life in the service of other sentient beings," he said, flanked on the stage with long-time supporters including western diplomats, Indian federal ministers, Hollywood star Richard Gere and a monk who is expected to lead the search for his successor. In a sign of solidarity, Taiwan's president Lai Ching-te, leaders of Indian states bordering Tibet, and three former US presidents sent greetings to the Dalai Lama, including Barack Obama, George W Bush, and Bill Clinton, whose video messages were played during the event. In the preceding week of celebrations, the Dalai Lama had said he would reincarnate as the leader of the faith upon his death and that his non-profit institution, the Gaden Phodrang Trust, had the sole authority to recognise his successor. China has said that the succession will have to be approved by its leaders, and the United States has called on Beijing to cease what it describes as interference in the succession of the Dalai Lama and other Tibetan Buddhist Lamas. After about two hours, the Dalai Lama left the venue abruptly after eating a piece of his birthday cake. A source earlier said he had not been feeling too well. Guests gathered at the ceremony took turns to speak, including Parliamentary and Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, a practising Buddhist, who had earlier made a rare statement contradicting China by backing the Dalai Lama's position on his successor. He later clarified that the statement was made in his personal capacity as China warned New Delhi against interfering in its domestic affairs at the expense of bilateral relations. On Sunday, Rijiju said the Dalai Lama was India's "most honoured guest ... We feel blessed for his presence here in our country". He said he has always held the view that there was a need to contribute significantly towards the cause of the Tibetan people, and added that, as a devotee, "We will follow the directions and the guidelines to be issued from the institution of the Dalai Lama." Cultural performances were held throughout the morning, including from Bollywood playback singers, while messages from global leaders were read out. "I join 1.4 billion Indians in extending our warmest wishes to His Holiness the Dalai Lama on his 90th birthday. He has been an enduring symbol of love, compassion, patience and moral discipline," Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote on X. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio also sent a message that said the Dalai Lama continued to inspire people by embodying a message of "unity, peace, and compassion."
United News of India
2 hours ago
- United News of India
Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama's 90th birthday celebrated with devotion & joy in Gangtok
Gangtok, July 6 (UNI) The 90th birthday of Tibetan spiritual leader, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, was celebrated with devotion and joy at Chandmari, Gangtok. Organised by the Tibetan Settlement Office and the Tibetan community of Gangtok, the event was attended by Speaker of the Sikkim Legislative Assembly Mingma Norbu Sherpa as Chief Guest. MP Indra Hang Subba, DGP Akshay Sachdeva, and Syari MLA Tenzing Lamtha were also present. The Kashag, the governing council of the Central Tibetan Administration, declared 2025 as the Year of Compassion, calling on people worldwide to honour the Dalai Lama's teachings of kindness, unity, and environmental responsibility. The event also reflected on the resilience of the Tibetan exile community, rooted in the Dalai Lama's teachings of compassion shastra, and urged all to work towards a more peaceful and unified world. Marking the 90th birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Sikkim's Lok Sabha MP Indra Hang Subba described the Tibetan spiritual leader's presence in India as a 'great luck' for the country and a beacon of hope in an increasingly troubled world. Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang today extended his greetings to His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on the revered spiritual leader's 90th birth anniversary. In a deeply reverent message, the Chief Minister spoke on behalf of the people of Sikkim, honouring the Dalai Lama as a beacon of peace, compassion, and spiritual wisdom. Former Chief Minister of Sikkim and President of the Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF), Pawan Chamling, paid rich tribute to His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on the occasion of his 90th birthday, calling him 'a guiding light for humanity' and a source of spiritual inspiration whose message transcends borders and generations. UNI XC SS
United News of India
2 hours ago
- United News of India
EAM Jaishankar holds bilateral with Russian FM Sergey Lavrov in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro/New Delhi, July 6 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held bilateral talks with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov on the sidelines of the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro today. In a post, EAM Jaishankar said that the two sides discussed bilateral cooperation, West Asia, BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. 'Good to meet with FM Sergey Lavrov of Russia on the sidelines of #BRICS2025. 'Discussed bilateral cooperation, West Asia, BRICS and SCO.' UNI RN British technical experts arrive in Kerala for repair of stranded UK F-35B fighter jet 07 Jul 2025 | 1:02 AM New Delhi, July 6 (UNI) A team of British technical experts has arrived at the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport for repair of the UK F-35B fighter jet, which has been stranded at the airport since June 14. see more.. 17th BRICS Summit strongly condemns Pahalgam terror attack 07 Jul 2025 | 12:43 AM Rio de Janeiro/New Delhi, July 6 (UNI) The 17th BRICS Summit today strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, and reaffirmed its commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms, including cross-border terrorism and terror financing. see more.. Condemning terrorism must be a matter of principle, and not just of convenience: PM Modi at BRICS 07 Jul 2025 | 12:16 AM Rio de Janeiro/New Delhi, July 6 (UNI) Terming the Pahalgam terror attack as a direct assault on the soul, identity, and dignity of India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the 17th BRICS Summit today thanked the friendly countries that stood with India and expressed support and condolences. see more.. Beijing fumes at presence of Union Minister Rijiju, Arunachal CM Khandu at Dalai Lama's birthday celebrations 06 Jul 2025 | 10:52 PM New Delhi, July 6 (UNI) China today fumed at the presence of Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu at the birthday festivities of the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala, and protested against remarks made by some of them regarding the reincarnation of the Dalai Lama. see more.. You can't run 21st century software on 20th century typewriters: PM Modi makes strong pitch for reform of global institutions 06 Jul 2025 | 10:22 PM Rio de Janeiro/New Delhi, July 6 (UNI) Championing the cause of the Global South, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the 17th BRICS Summit that the Global South has not been given its due importance, and that many countries that play a key role in the global economy have yet to be given a seat at the decision-making table. see more..
