Historical Events tagged with "dharamshala"
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Politics & Government
First Election of the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile
September 2nd, 1960 64 years ago
The Tibetan community conducted its inaugural election for a parliament-in-exile in 1960. This significant step towards self-governance allowed Tibetans from around the world to elect their representatives. The elections were held in India, specifically in Dharamshala, where many Tibetans had resettled after fleeing Tibet. This election marked a historical moment as it aimed to preserve Tibetan identity and governance amidst political upheaval.
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