Society and Social Sciences, Politics and Government, Political Science and Theory
Buddhism and the Political Process

Buddhism and the Political Process

Hardback Published on: 04/04/2016
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Synopsis

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.

Publisher information

  • Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan UK
  • ISBN: 9781137573995
  • Number of pages: 266
  • Dimensions: 145 x 222 x 23 mm
  • Weight: 500g
  • Languages: English