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Source: The post is based on the article “India to host summit on Buddhism” published in The Hindu on 18th April 2023
What is the News?
India will host an International summit on Buddhism.
What is the Global Buddhist Summit?
Organized by: Ministry of Culture and the International Buddhist Confederation
Aim: To find solutions to problems such as climate change, poverty, and conflict, among others, by exploring the Buddhist teachings and practices.
Participation: Over 170 delegates from countries such as Mexico, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and Japan and 150 from India will participate in the summit.
Theme: “Responses to Contemporary Challenges : Philosophy to Praxis”.
What is the International Buddhist Confederation?
It was formed in 2013 as an international Buddhist umbrella body to serve as a common platform for Buddhists worldwide.
Headquarters: New Delhi.
