Buddhism is a major world religion, with an estimated 500 million followers worldwide.
It originated in India over 2,500 years ago and spread to other parts of Asia, including Sri Lanka, China, Japan, and Tibet.
Buddhism has also influenced other religions, such as Hinduism and Christianity, and has contributed to the development of many cultural traditions, such as meditation, mindfulness, and yoga.
On the political front, Buddhism has played a role in promoting nonviolence, social justice, and human rights. For example, the Dalai Lama, a spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, has been a vocal advocate for nonviolence and democracy and has received the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts.
In November 2011, New Delhi was host to Global Buddhist Congregation (GBC), where the attendees unanimously adopted a resolution to form an international umbrella body – the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC)
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The first Buddhist Summit was held in Japan in 2008, and subsequent summits have been held in other countries, such as India, Thailand, and Sri Lanka.
The summit aims to promote understanding and cooperation among different Buddhist traditions and to address contemporary issues facing Buddhist communities, such as environmental degradation, social inequality, and political unrest.
The summit provides a platform for Buddhist leaders to share their perspectives and insights on various topics, such as mindfulness, compassion, and the role of Buddhism in modern society.
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The Ministry of Culture, in partnership with International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), has organised the 1st Global Buddhist Summit 2023, which aims to enhance cultural and diplomatic relations with other countries.
The summit aims to discuss today’s pressing global issues and look for answers in the Buddha Dhamma that are based on universal values.
The aim is to set up a forum for lay Buddhist scholars and Dharma Masters.
It seeks to delve into Buddha’s message for Peace, Compassion and Harmony with the objective of working towards Universal Peace and Harmony in accordance with the core values of Dharma.
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This global Summit will mark the significance and importance of India in Buddhism, as Buddhism was born in India.
This summit will also be a medium to enhance the cultural and diplomatic relationships with other countries, especially with the countries which embrace the Buddhist Ethos.
