Routledge The Tibetan Independence Movement - Political & Religious Analysis

This comprehensive examination of the Tibetan independence movement offers the first serious political analysis of Tibet's fifty-year struggle, presenting a groundbreaking comparative perspective alongside the Indian independence movement. The book addresses a critical gap in political scholarship by treating the Tibetan cause with the analytical rigour it deserves. A central focus explores the profound relationship between Buddhism and Tibetan politics and resistance, drawing comparative insights with the role of Hinduism in India's independence struggle. Published by Routledge, this work moves beyond surface-level narratives to examine the ideological, religious and Gandhian dimensions that have shaped Tibetan resistance movements. Essential reading for historians, political scientists and anyone seeking to understand the complexities of Tibetan self-determination and the spiritual foundations of nationalist movements in Asia.