Introduction
The month of Baisakh holds great significance in the history of Nepal. Many transformative decisions, from the abolition of slavery to the establishment of the central bank and the division of administrative units, have occurred during this month.
Main Content
- Baisakh 1, 1982 BS: Formal abolition of slavery in Nepal by Chandra Shamsher.
- Baisakh 1, 2018 BS: Nepal was divided into 14 zones and 75 districts.
- Baisakh 14, 2013 BS: Establishment of Nepal Rastra Bank, the central bank of Nepal.
- Baisakh 1, 2042 BS: Nepal's standard time was fixed based on Mt. Gauri Shankar.
- Baisakh 12, 2072 BS: A devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal with its epicenter in Barpak, Gorkha.
- Baisakh 24, 1958 BS: Publication of Gorkhapatra began as a weekly.
- Baisakh 1, 2034 BS: Nepal was declared a smallpox-free country.
Key Takeaways
- Slavery Abolition: Baisakh 1, 1982 BS.
- Nepal Rastra Bank Establishment: Baisakh 14, 2013 BS.
- 14 Zones and 75 Districts Division: Baisakh 1, 2018 BS.
- Barpak Earthquake: Baisakh 12, 2072 BS.
What to Avoid
- Stating that Nepal's standard time is based on Mt. Everest; it is based on Mt. Gauri Shankar (Baisakh 1, 2042 BS).
- Misdating the 2072 earthquake; it occurred on Baisakh 12, not Baisakh 1.
- Thinking the first written constitution (2004 BS) was fully implemented; it was supposed to be implemented on Baisakh 1, 2005 BS, but failed.
FAQ
Q1: When was Nepal officially declared a smallpox-free country? Baisakh 1, 2034 BS.
Q2: When did the publication of Gorkhapatra begin? Baisakh 24, 1958 BS.
Q3: When was the historic referendum held in Nepal? Baisakh 20, 2037 BS.
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