Foreword Document download in PDF Introduction to the controversy about Karmapas A few historical points 1959 : Karmapa flees to India Difficulties in 16th Karmapa's times Years 1980 Through 1990 Events beginning 1992 Events during May and June 1992 Propaganda campaign Orgyen Trinley, Situ Rinpoche's Karmapa Events during November and December 1992 in Rumtek Some information about Sikkim Year 1993 - situation deteriorates in Rumtek Recognizing the 17th Karmapa Trinley Thaye Dorje Year 1994 Controversy: opposing viewpoints Relationship between Shamar Rinpoche and Dalaï Lama A quick glance at events from years 1995 to 1999 Year 2000