2.1. Tibetan Refugee Communities

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the significance of monasteries for Tibetan refugees?

   Hint

   Think about the primary activities of Tibetan communities.

2. 2.

   Name one factor that affects the adaptation of Tibetan refugees.

   Hint

   Consider how the environment influences building styles.

3. 3.

   What is a hybrid settlement?

   • A blend of cultures in architecture
   • A purely Tibetan structure
   • A type of project

   Hint

   Think about what it means to mix different cultures.

4. 4.

   True or False: Monasteries are significant for cultural preservation among Tibetan refugees.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the role of religious institutions.

5. 5.

   Critique the impact of local environmental factors on the construction of Tibetan monasteries in India.

   Hint

   Reflect on how each factor affects architectural choices.

6. 6.

   Evaluate how the concept of polyandry among Tibetans may influence community stability and cultural continuity.

   Hint

   Consider the benefits of such family structures in cultural preservation.