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people of numerous countries. of teachings of Lord Buddha
These Buddhist connections to some of the pressing global
between India and the world challenges today such as war
translate into tens of thousands
and violence, societal unrest or
of Buddhist pilgrims from around
climate change. Our Buddhist
the world visiting holy Buddhist
connections strengthen India’s
sites in India every year,
friendship and cooperation with
thousands of foreign students
these countries and deepen
undertaking Buddhist studies, Pali
the message of Vasudhaiva
and related history, philosophy,
Kutumbakam. This strong living
etc., at educational institutions
Buddhist heritage in India is a
in India as well as exchanges
treasure of India’s rich history
between Buddhist monks,
scholars, academic institutions that we should all appreciate
of India and other countries. and experience, together with its
Scholars and academicians significant role in our relations
recognise the enduring imprint with the world.

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