In this chapter, the landloc ked Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan provides an exemplar of how
indigenous knowledge and a rich spiritual heritage are integrated into the public health …

The development philosophy of Gross National Happiness (GNH) in the Himalayan
Kingdom of Bhutan seeks to balance equitable and sustainable socio-economic …

A dry field of cracked mud may appear barren but hidden underground fertile seeds could
be waiting to sprout with the right amount of water. If left fallow too long, however, the …

The world has seen unprecedented progress in the fields of science and technology,
transforming life on a scale unimaginable a few decades ago. Nations across the globe are …

This study examines the comments, behavior, and products of young student monks, who
are exposed to an integrated curriculum of contemplative practices and secular lessons …

'Although my father is highly educated, he is very religious'. I hold this as a key quote from a
young Bhutanese since I first visited Bhutan back in 1990.'Although my father is highly …

Abstract The Ministry of Education had been constantly challenged to find ways to teach
fundamental Bhutanese values to the children and the youth of Bhutan, as the country faced …

Buddhism defines happiness as the state of mind that enjoys inner peace and is contented.
The concept of Gross National Happiness (GNH) has been widely promoted and discussed …

Bhutan is a country in the Himalayas with a relatively new education system and a unique
governmental philosophy known as Gross National Happiness. This book explores the …

The purpose of this thesis is twofold: the first, to present a preliminary ethnography exploring
medical pluralism in Bhutan, a topic previously unexamined in the country, and the second …