Which tradition does the Dalai Lama belong to?
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Tibetan Buddhism
A well-known religious figure.
💡 Did you know? The Dalai Lama is the spiritual head of Tibetan Buddhism.
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Which number Dalai Lama is he?
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14th
Recognised and installed as a child.
💡 Did you know? The present Dalai Lama is the 14th: his predecessors are held to be rebirths of the same enlightened being.
Where has the Dalai Lama lived since 1959?
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exile in India
After fleeing Tibet.
💡 Did you know? After the failed uprising against China he fled to India in 1959, where he still lives in exile.
What does the Dalai Lama promote?
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compassion and non-violence
By peaceful means.
💡 Did you know? Worldwide he promotes compassion, non-violence and dialogue: even towards China.
Which award did the Dalai Lama receive in 1989?
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Nobel Peace Prize
For his non-violent commitment.
💡 Did you know? In 1989 he received the Nobel Peace Prize for his non-violent campaign for Tibet.
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Which figure is shown here?
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Dalai Lama
The 14th Dalai Lama is the spiritual head of Tibetan Buddhism and has lived in Indian exile since 1959.
💡 Did you know? For his non-violent campaign for Tibet he received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989.
In which year was Dalai Lama born?
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1935
Born: 6 July 1935 in Taktser, Tibet
Where was Dalai Lama born?
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Taktser, Tibet
Born: 6 July 1935 in Taktser, Tibet
What is Dalai Lama's origin?
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Tibetan
What role or function does Dalai Lama have?
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spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism
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