The current Dalai Lama, at 90 years old, has been the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism since childhood. As discussions about his succession begin, the situation is complicated by the Chinese invasion of Tibet and the exile of its leaders to India. The selection process for the next Dalai Lama is now contested and may result in the emergence of two rival figures. Tibetan exiles feel the impact of Chinese interference and how their identity and traditions are threatened under these circumstances.
The Dalai Lama has been the leader since chosen as a toddler over 80 years ago. However, Tibetan Buddhism faces uncertainty without him.
The process of selecting the next Dalai Lama has become a deeply disputed question, clashing Buddhist traditions with Chinese state interests.
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