Tamilagam (or Tamil Nadu, if you have strong political views) has seen the worst of religious warfare, whether the plundering of temples by Muslim invaders or the destruction of Buddha Viharas by ...

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Inside, there are statues of Buddha and Dr Ambedkar, a massive hall, open gardens and ‘Viharas’. The two-storied structure also has residential quarters for Buddhist monks.

There are many new viharas coming up across India and the number of monks is increasing. Converted Dalits continue to state their caste information as Scheduled Castes because of an apprehension that ...

He focused on the reconstruction, restoration, and ongoing maintenance of Hindu shrines, temples, and viharas, ensuring their long-term preservation. Furthermore, he wisely advised his community to ...

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The future of the Sattitla National Monument, located just south of the Oregon-California border in Modoc, Siskiyou and Shasta counties, is confused and uncertain.