Question

In 2007, Buddhist monks in Myanmar protested the governments increase in fuel costs. They practiced a symbolic action ex-communicating government officials, military, and supporters. What was the symbolic gesture?

Answer 1

Answer:

The symbolic gesture used by the monks excommunicating excommunicating government officials, military and supporters is upturned begging bowls.

Explanation:

The monks in Myanmar protested against high fuel prices by refusing to accept alms. They held the bowls they use to beg for alms upside down by showing its black lacquer surfaces out.

By refusing to accept alms from military rulers and families the monks were excommunicating them from Buddhist religion.  

The number of monks and soldiers in Myanmar is almost equal and monks are the ultimate moral authority in Myanmar.