The controversial spiritual leader, believed by followers to be the reincarnation of Buddha, was accused of abusing underage devotees. He had spent years on the run before Nepalese officials arrested him in January.
Ram Bahadur Bamjan claimed he is able to meditate motionless without food or drink for months .
Ram Bahadur Bamjan, revered by his followers as “Buddha Boy,” was convicted by the Sarlahi District Court in Nepal on Monday of sexually abusing a minor.
Bamjan, whom his followers believe to be the reincarnation of Siddhartha Gautama, better known as Buddha, was arrested in January for the sexual assault of a minor as well as suspicion of involvement in the disappearance of at least four of as well as suspicion of involvement in the disappearance of at least four of his devotees.
Bamjan could face up to 12 years in prison when he is sentenced on July 1. He also has the option of appealing the ruling, according to DW.
