"Bhutan: Lost in Democracy" Preview
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In February I visited the kingdom of Bhutan. Hidden in the Himalayas between India and Tibet, the country has long been shrouded in mystery. Sometimes called “the last Shangri-La,” it’s a lushly forested land where people wear traditional robes, where policy is guided by “Gross National Happiness,” and where Tantric Buddhist saints are celebrated with paintings of gigantic penises.
But Bhutan is suddenly changing. It's transforming itself from an absolute monarchy to a parliamentary democracy — a move that leaves many of its people puzzled and uneasy. Tune in to Current on April 2 at 10 PM to find out how the people of Bhutan are dealing with democracy, westernization, and other challenges to their unique way of life.
But Bhutan is suddenly changing. It's transforming itself from an absolute monarchy to a parliamentary democracy — a move that leaves many of its people puzzled and uneasy. Tune in to Current on April 2 at 10 PM to find out how the people of Bhutan are dealing with democracy, westernization, and other challenges to their unique way of life.
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Can't wait for the April 2nd follow up! I am interested to see how a peaceful nation might adapt, especially when the change is not forced upon the people by outsiders, but rather by a domestic choice and the King's selfless act to better his own people. I hope the "Gross National Happiness" remains a priority of the people and their culture continues to flourish.
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- HollybyGolly
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