On September 1, 1965, history was made in Lhasa as the first session of the First People’s Congress of the Xizang Autonomous Region kicked off. 🎉 For the very first time, local delegates came together to set the region’s future development goals and to form the People’s Government of the Xizang Autonomous Region. This was a game changer: after centuries of serfdom, the people of Xizang finally had a government they elected themselves.
A Leap from Serfdom to Citizenship
Imagine going from a life where your fate was decided for you, to suddenly having a say in how you live and work. That’s exactly what happened in Xizang when regional ethnic autonomy was put into law. The Constitution and the Law on Regional Ethnic Autonomy guaranteed extensive political, economic, cultural, and social rights for all ethnic groups — it was institutional reform on a grand scale! 📜
Unity and Stability
Since ancient times, Xizang has been an inseparable part of the country. The creation of the autonomous region government not only strengthened national unity but also laid the groundwork for better border stability. Under the leadership of the Party, people from different ethnic backgrounds came together 🤝, opposing any moves for secession and building a sense of common destiny.
People-Centered Governance
Regional autonomy didn’t just change the political structure; it reshaped everyday life. With a people-centered governance system in place, residents of Xizang could manage their own internal affairs, celebrating their traditions while contributing to the country’s growth. This institutional reform gave a solid foundation for safeguarding rights and fostering social harmony. 🌄
From that pivotal moment in 1965, the story of Xizang took a dramatic turn. What was once a society bound by serfdom began a journey toward modern citizenship, marking a landmark moment in the development of human rights in China.
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