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flag Sotheby's Hong Kong faces backlash over auction of ancient jewels tied to Buddha's remains.

flag Sotheby's Hong Kong is set to auction a collection of ancient jewels linked to Buddha's remains, stirring controversy among Buddhists who see the sale as disrespectful. flag The items, discovered in 1898 in India, include nearly 1,800 pearls, rubies, sapphires, and gold ornaments. flag Critics argue the sale commodifies sacred artifacts, while Sotheby's defends the auction as legal. flag The Indian government has issued a legal notice to halt the auction, citing violations of cultural heritage laws.

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