What does the Emerald Buddha represent for Thai kings?

A) Kinship with Buddha
B) Religious authority
C) Both religious and secular authority
D) Secular authority

Emerald Buddha

A revered jade statue of the sitting Buddha, considered the palladium of Thailand, housed in Bangkok's Wat Phra Kaew.

Secular Authority

Secular Authority refers to the organization and exercise of power outside of religious institutions, typically involving the governance and administration of civil affairs.

Religious Authority

The power or right to govern and enact laws or standards within a particular religion, often held by leaders or sacred texts.