Birendra Shah
Birendra Shah, the last king of Nepal, reigned from 1972 until his assassination in 2001. His reign was marked by political turmoil and conflicts between the monarchy and democratic forces. Shah was known for his efforts to modernize Nepal and promote national unity, but his rule also faced criticism for autocratic tendencies. The tragic events of the royal massacre, in which he and several members of the royal family were killed, left a profound impact on the nation and led to the eventual abolition of the monarchy in 2008. Recently, he was mentioned in the context of discussions about the political instability in Nepal and the historical significance of his family's rule.
Born on Dec 29, 1945 (79 years old)
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Nepal:
Birendra Shah lost his life due to police gunfire during a protest in Balakumari, Lalitpur.
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Switzerland:
Birendra was murdered in a palace massacre in 2001, which led to Gyanendra ascending the throne.
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Nepal:
Prime Minister Oli recalled the assassination of King Birendra Shah's family in the context of discussing political turmoil in Nepal.
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