4. Reincarnation Without Government Approval in China
In 2007, China’s State Administration for Religious Affairs implemented regulations requiring Tibetan Buddhist monks, including the Dalai Lama, to obtain government approval before recognizing reincarnations. This measure aims to control religious practices and ensure they align with state policies. The regulations stipulate that all reincarnation applications must be submitted to multiple government bodies for approval, including the provincial-level religious affairs department, the provincial-level government, the State Administration for Religious Affairs, and the State Council (chinadaily.com.cn).
