Buddhism and the Political Process

Kawanami, Hiroko

This study examines the impact of Buddhism on the political process of Asian countries in recent times. The intersection between Buddhism and politics; religious authority and political power is explored through the engagement of Buddhist monks and lay activists in the process of nation-building, development, and implementation of democracy.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2016-04-04

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9781137573995

DOI: 10.1007/978-1-137-57400-8

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 266