What is the traditional role of the Panchen Lama in relation to the Dalai Lama?
Rival leader
Advisor
Reincarnation recognizer
Successor
Answer
Traditionally, the Panchen Lama plays a crucial role in recognizing the reincarnation of the Dalai Lama. The Chinese government's kidnapping of Gedhun Choekyi Nyima is seen as an attempt to undermine the reincarnation process and control the future of Tibetan Buddhism.
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