... linked to vio- lence in a different way in Tibetan regions: the self-immolation of low-level monks. The most important cause lies in the deep tensions between the Chinese state and the Gelugpa sect of Tibetan Buddhism historically the leading sect, headed by the Dalai Lama. State control is felt more...

...Barry Sautman As the myths surrounding the Tibetan cause are challenged by scholars, emigre leaders may reconsider their claim that an independent Tibet is inevitable. And China's leaders may confront the self-delusion that because the Tibet question will end with the Dalai Lama, a compromise...