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Knowledge Nugget: What are the must know sites associated with the life of Buddha for UPSC Exam?

Knowledge Nugget: What are the must know sites associated with the life of Buddha for UPSC Exam?

April 25, 2025 7:27 pm

From the reignited decades-old dispute over who controls the Mahabodhi temple in Gaya to Prime Minister Modi's recent visit to the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi temple, Buddhist sites have come into the spotlight. Here's what you need to know. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to know about the Bodhi tree in Sri Lanka and Buddhist Circuit.

Here is a list of top 10 Buddhist monasteries and temples in India, offering a glimpse into the ancient traditions and teachings of Buddhism, as well as serene environments for meditation and reflection.

Top 10 must-visit Buddhist monasteries and temples in India

May 12, 2025 7:42 am

A Buddhist monastery, or vihara, is a place where monks and nuns live, study, and practice Buddhism. Explore the list of top 10 must-visit Buddhist monasteries and temples in India.

Happy Buddha Purnima 2021: Wishes, images, quotes, status, messages, and photos

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Happy Buddha Purnima 2021 Wishes Images, Quotes, Status, Messages: Even though things are a lot different this year, celebrate this day by sharing these wishes with your friends and loved ones

In a first for Dalai Lama, only virtual audience, no crowds

In a first for Dalai Lama, only virtual audience, no crowds

May 15, 2020 11:10 am

In February-end, all his public and private audiences were canceled due to the pandemic.

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Tibet's Communist Party chief demands Buddhist monasteries display Chinese flags

April 09, 2015 11:22 am

Chen Quanguo wrote that national flags should be among the key elements found in monasteries.

China to step-up control in Tibetan monasteries

January 09, 2012 2:08 pm

China takes step in wake of self-immolation by monks,which it alleges are instigated by Dalai Lama.

Karmapa cash haul: Chinese link found

January 28, 2011 8:47 pm

Sources said investigators have found that such funds regularly keep coming to Tibetan religious leader.

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