Tibet Uprising Day: A Legacy of Resistance Against China’s Renaming Policy

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Tibetans resist China’s renaming policy in TAR through protest and rallies in India and abroad on their special occasion of uprising day which seeks to replace “Tibet” with “Xizang,” erasing cultural identity and asserting sovereignty. This move is part of China’s broader strategy to Sinicize Tibet, sparking international criticism and calls for preserving Tibetan heritage. Tibet has historically been a distinct cultural and political entity, with its own language, religion, and traditions. However, in 1951, China annexed Tibet, leading to decades of political and cultural tensions. The Chinese government has cons...

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