15 Most Buddhist Countries in the World

2.  Thailand

In the list of the 15 most Buddhist countries in the world, Thailand secured the second spot. In the data retrieved from the Pew Research Center, it was claimed that the Buddhist population makes up at least fifty-five percent (55%) of the total population. Thailand garnered ninety-two-point six percent (92.6%) of the country with the highest percentage of Buddhists. Supporting the claim, Thailand’s government acknowledges its recognition and significance through various successions of Thai constitutions over the last century. It was shown that this has significantly increased the preeminence of Buddhism, as it is required in the most recent constitution to have measures and mechanisms to prevent Buddhism from being undermined in any form, meaning to avoid lessening its power, effectiveness, and value. Thailand recognizes Buddhism as its national religion but in the form of Theravada Buddhism. Moreover, a fascinating fact is that if you travel across Thailand as a tourist, you will find many towering Buddhist temples or sacred houses together with monks showcasing their culture and tradition. This also implies that Buddhism is significantly recognized and practiced by Thai people.