Introduction
The period between 1958 B.S. and 2007 B.S. was a transformative era in Nepal's history, covering the peak and fall of the Rana regime and the rise of democratic movements. This timeline highlights the key events of this period.
Main Content
Key historical events (1958 - 2007 B.S.):
- 1958 Baisakh 24: Publication of Gorkhapatra started by order of Dev Shumsher.
- 1968: First census of Nepal conducted (Population: 5,638,749).
- 1975: Establishment of Tri-Chandra College by Chandra Shumsher.
- 1977: Declaration of the end of the Sati system.
- 1981 Baisakh 1: Declaration of the end of slavery (Das Pratha).
- 1990 Magh 2: Great Earthquake of 8.4 Richter scale hit Nepal.
- 1997 Magh: Execution of the four martyrs (Shukraraj, Dharmabhakta, Dashrath, and Gangalal).
- 2002 Ashoj 1: Introduction of paper currency in Nepal by Juddha Shumsher.
- 2004 Magh 13: First written constitution 'Vaidhanik Kanun 2004' issued.
- 2006 Baisakh 9: Establishment of the Nepal Communist Party in Kolkata.
- 2007 Phagun 7: End of Rana rule and establishment of democracy.
Key Takeaways
- The first census of Nepal was conducted in 1968 B.S.
- Paper currency was first introduced in Nepal on 2002 Ashoj 1.
- The four great martyrs were executed in Magh 1997 B.S. for opposing the Rana regime.
- Democracy was established in Nepal on 2007 Phagun 7 after the Tripartite Delhi Agreement.
What to Avoid
- Do not confuse the establishment of Gorkhapatra (1958) with the first photo published in it (1984).
- Avoid mixing the dates of the 1990 earthquake (Magh 2) with other historical dates.
- Do not mistake the introduction of paper currency (2002) for the introduction of the first coin.
FAQ
Q1: When was the first census of Nepal conducted? In 1968 B.S.
Q2: Who introduced paper currency in Nepal? Juddha Shumsher (on 2002 Ashoj 1).
Q3: When was the Nepal Communist Party established? On 2006 Baisakh 9, under the leadership of Pushpa Lal Shrestha.
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