Dating religious icons
23-Jan-2020 09:01
Nevertheless, the rise of Rama IX after World War II saw a renewed effort by royalists and nationalists to reestablish the primacy of civic culture in the country as a way to strengthen the monarchy.The present version of civic culture, largely based on an idealized vision of Central Thai culture (sometimes including Southern Thai) is a recent creation which combines aspects of fifth reign nationalism, Cambodian kingship, and personalistic populism.Thai Theravada Buddhism is supported and overseen by the government, with monks receiving a number of government benefits, such as free use of public transportation.
Strong Indian, Chinese, Burmese and other Southeast Asian influences are still evident in traditional Thai culture.
Buddhism, Animism and Westernization also play a significant role in shaping the culture.