National flags and lanterns are seen on the Potala Palace Square in Lhasa, capital of Southwest China's Tibet autonomous region, Sept 5, 2015. China will hold celebrations for the 50th anniversary of the founding of Tibet Autonomous Region. [Photo/Xinhua]

The Information Office of the State Council, or China's Cabinet, on Sunday issued a white paper on Successful Practice of Regional Ethnic Autonomy in Tibet. Following is the full text:

Successful Practice of Regional Ethnic Autonomy in Tibet

The State Council Information Office of the People's Republic of China

September 2015, Beijing

Contents

Preface

I. Old Tibet: Dark and Backward

II. Embarking on the Road to Development and Progress

III. The Political System Suited to China's Actual Conditions

IV. The People as Masters of the Country

V. Improving People's Welfare

VI. Protecting and Carrying Forward the Excellent Traditional Culture

VII. Respecting and Protecting Freedom of Religious Belief

VIII. Promoting Ecological Progress Conclusion