BUDDHADHAMMA APPLICATION FOR PROMOTINGE PERPLE’D POLITICAL PARTICIPATION OF BU PHO SUBDISTRICT, AT LAM PLAI MAT DISTRICT, BURIRAM PROVINCE

Abstract

Objectives of this research were: 1. To study the level of political participation of the people. 2. To study the relationship between Buddhist principles and the political participation of the people; and 3. Present guidelines and application of Buddhist principles. A combined method of research is used to promote the political participation of citizens. Quantitative research Data were collected using a questionnaire. Who are 18 years of age or older? A sample group of 361 people was obtained from Taro Yamane's formula. The data was analyzed using a ready-made statistical program. Qualitative research Data were collected from 10 key informants or people using structured interviews. Data were analyzed using content analysis techniques.

The results of the study found that: 1. Application of Buddhist principles to promote political participation of citizens. The overall picture is at a moderate level. The relationship between the principles of Aparihaniyadhamma and the political participation of People in Bu Pho Subdistrict Lam Plai Mat District Buriram Province as a whole has a positive relationship at a relatively high level (R = 0.800**) with statistical significance at the 0.01 level. Therefore, the hypothesis is accepted 3. Guidelines for applying Buddhist principles to promote political participation of people in Bupho Subdistrict. Lam Plai Mat District Buriram Province It promotes the political participation of the people. It promotes democracy to express opinions, listen to problems that arise in the community, and find conclusions that are most beneficial to society. It creates unity among the group. And instill the subconscious mind of good manners in people and future generations.