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The Return of the Buddha: Ancient Symbols for a New Nation
The Return of the Buddha Ancient Symbols for a New Nation Author:Himanshu Prabha Ray The book discusses how Buddha and his legacy in India have contributed to the growth of states and empires; religions, sects, monastic orders, and pilgrimage sites; art and architecture; and history-writing and archaeology. It also explores how Buddhist symbols and ideas have been used by independent India in nation-building and constitution-mak... more »ing, and by prominent leaders and thinkers.« less