investiture
/ɪnˈvɛstɪtʃər/
Definition
The formal installation or induction of a person into a high office, rank, or honor, often involving the presentation of symbols or garments of that position.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'investire,' meaning 'to clothe' or 'to dress,' which combines 'in-' (into) and 'vestire' (to clothe). It entered English via Old French to describe the formal act of clothing an official in their robes of office.
In the news
The term is used here to describe the Chinese government's claim that historical Dalai Lamas required official state approval and ceremonial induction to be considered legitimate. This highlights a geopolitical dispute over the authority to recognize and empower religious leaders.
The Geopolitics of the Dalai Lama Institution and Tibetan Reincarnation: China’s Quest for Control
Read the full article ↗Central Tibetan Administration