What is Thích Quảng Đức's legacy in Vietnam today?
Forgotten
Seen as a traitor
Seen as a symbol of protest and sacrifice
Venerated as a god
Answer
Seen as a symbol of protest and sacrifice, Thích Quảng Đức's self-immolation in 1963 brought international attention to the oppression faced by Vietnamese Buddhists under the rule of President Ngô Đình Diệm's government. His legacy continues to inspire peaceful resistance and advocacy for religious freedom and human rights not just within Vietnam but also globally, making him a revered figure in modern Vietnamese history.
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