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Why do monks and nuns need to learn English?  This question and many more and answered below in three interviews conducted by Manoj Bharij during his time in Ladakh.

» Rizong Shas Rinpoche III - head of Rizong Monastery; the highest monk in Ladakh.

» Venerable Geshe Konchok Wangdus - Monk currently teaching at Rizong Monastery.  The title 'Geshe' indicates attainment of the highest possible degree in Buddhist philosophy.

» Thupstan Chhostak - Monk and teacher at Rizong Monastery.

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