Buddhist nationalism

Buddhist nationalism is a form of religious nationalism in which Buddhism and national identity are closely linked. It combines elements of Buddhist religious doctrine, culture, and symbols with political and ethnic nationalism. In this ideology, the protection and promotion of Buddhism are viewed as essential to the survival and unity of the nation.

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