Dalai Lama

The 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, born Lhamo Thondup on July 6, 1935, in Taktser, Tibet, is the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism. He assumed the role of Dalai Lama in 1940 and became Tibet's head of state and government in 1950. Following the 1959 Tibetan uprising against Chinese rule, he fled to India, where he established the Tibetan government-in-exile in Dharamsala. Notably, he received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989 for his non-violent struggle for the liberation of Tibet. His notable works include "The Art of Happiness" and "Ethics for the New Millennium," which reflect his commitment to promoting human values and interfaith dialogue. The Dalai Lama continues to advocate for the preservation of Tibetan culture and autonomy.