Anushka Saxena

Anushka Saxena, a researcher at the Indo-Pacific Studies program at the Takshashila Institution, explores the complex dynamics surrounding the succession of the 14th Dalai Lama. She discusses the geopolitical implications of the Dalai Lama's comments about his potential successor being born outside of China. The conversation also highlights the divergent views of India and China's governments regarding the next Dalai Lama, and the potential legitimacy struggles that arise from this. Saxena provides insights on how this succession could impact regional Buddhism and diplomatic relations.