Protesters demand greater respect for Buddha
- 12 years ago
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STORY: More than 200 Buddhists marched through central Bangkok on Saturday to protest against the use of Buddha's image commercially.
Holding banners reading 'Stop Disrespecting Buddha', the protesters marched through the Thai capital's famous Khao San road, where organizers said many bars, hotels and shops used Buddha's image for financial gain.
Protesters said Buddha needed to be treated with the same respect as other religious figures.
STORY: More than 200 Buddhists marched through central Bangkok on Saturday to protest against the use of Buddha's image commercially.
Holding banners reading 'Stop Disrespecting Buddha', the protesters marched through the Thai capital's famous Khao San road, where organizers said many bars, hotels and shops used Buddha's image for financial gain.
Protesters said Buddha needed to be treated with the same respect as other religious figures.