Govt doesn't take stand on matters of faith, says MEA on Dalai succession issue

India has clarified its stance on the Dalai Lama's succession, stating it doesn't take a position on religious matters, despite a minister's personal support for the Dalai Lama's wishes. This comes as China cautioned India against interfering in Tibetan affairs, a comment later omitted from their official briefing transcript.
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