The Tibetan exile in India is one of the most significant and long-standing instances of diaspora in modern South Asian history. It originated from a combination of political, military, and cultural developments in Tibet during the mid-twentieth century. The primary reason for the Tibetan exile was the Chinese annexation of Tibet, which began in 1950 when the People’s Liberation Army entered the region, asserting the sovereignty of the People’s Republic of China over Tibet. This intervention gradually eroded Tibet’s de facto autonomy and led to growing resentment among the Tibetan population. Tensions escalated over the decade, culminating in the 1959 Tibetan uprising in Lhasa against Chinese rule. The uprising was suppressed by Chinese forces, leading to widespread fear, repression, and political instability. In the aftermath, the 14th Dalai Lama, Tibet’s spiritual and temporal leader, fled Tibet along with thousands of his followers, seeking refuge in India. The exodus of Tibetans was not a single event but a continuing process, as many fled in subsequent years to escape political persecution, religious suppression, and economic marginalization under Chinese governance. The displacement was therefore rooted not only in immediate political conflict but also in deeper concerns about the preservation of Tibetan identity, culture, religion, and way of life. Tibetan Buddhism, monasteries, and traditional institutions faced significant restrictions, prompting many Tibetans to seek a space where they could practice their beliefs freely and maintain their cultural heritage. India, sharing historical, cultural, and religious ties with Tibet, became the most natural and accessible destination for these refugees. The Government of India responded to the Tibetan influx with a policy framework that was both humanitarian and strategic. Initially, India granted asylum to the Dalai Lama and his followers in 1959, allowing them to settle within its borders. This decision was influenced by India’s long-standing tradition of offering refuge to displaced communities, as well as its diplomatic and cultural connections with Tibet. The Dalai Lama was permitted to establish the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, which functions as the Tibetan government-in-exile. Although India does not officially recognize it as a sovereign government, it allows it to operate as an administrative and cultural body for the Tibetan diaspora. One of the