With reference to the Jangchub Chortens project, consider the following statements: 1. The project is located in India's Gelephu Mindfulness City. 2. The project involves the construction of 108 stupas in Bhutan. 3. The 'Om Mani Padme Hum' mantra is dedicated to Avalokiteshvara in Hindu traditions. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The construction of 108 Jangchub Chortens (Stupas) will commence at 2:00 AM on Sunday

GS2Polity · Governance · IR· India's bilateral relations· Prelims· 1 November 2026

Cultural and spiritual diplomacy as a tool for strengthening India-Bhutan bilateral ties (GS2).

Why in news

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju is representing India at the commencement ceremony of 108 Jangchub Chortens (Stupas) in Bhutan's Gelephu Mindfulness City.

Background

The construction of 108 Jangchub Chortens is an initiative conceived by His Majesty The King of Bhutan. The project is described as the largest volume of stupas globally and includes relics from several countries.

Facts for Prelims

PlaceGelephu Mindfulness City is located in Bhutan.
FactThe project involves the construction of 108 Jangchub Chortens (Stupas).
FactThe ceremony includes the blowing of 58 ritual trumpets.
FactThe 'Om Mani Padme Hum' mantra is dedicated to Avalokiteshvara (Chenrezig) in Tibetan Buddhism.

Prelims practice question

With reference to the Jangchub Chortens project, consider the following statements:

The project is located in India's Gelephu Mindfulness City.
The project involves the construction of 108 stupas in Bhutan.
The 'Om Mani Padme Hum' mantra is dedicated to Avalokiteshvara in Hindu traditions.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)2 only
(b)1 and 2 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

Show answer

Answer: (a) 2 only — Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: The city is located in Bhutan. Statement 3 is incorrect: It is dedicated to Avalokiteshvara in Tibetan Buddhism.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of cultural and spiritual diplomacy in strengthening the bilateral ties between India and Bhutan.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Cultural soft power: Leveraging shared Buddhist heritage to deepen people-to-people ties and regional stability.
Strategic cooperation: Integration of spiritual landmarks within the Gelephu Mindfulness City urban development framework.

Keywords: Cultural Diplomacy · Bilateral Relations · Soft Power · Spiritual Heritage · India-Bhutan Ties

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