kingdom of nepal
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Definition
Proper noun 1. A historical sovereign state: "Kingdom of Nepal" refers to the former independent monarchy that existed in South Asia from 1768 until 2008, located in the Himalayan region. 2. A specific geopolitical entity: It denotes the specific constitutional Hindu kingdom that was the predecessor to the modern Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The Kingdom of Nepal was officially established by Prithvi Narayan Shah.
- For centuries, the Kingdom of Nepal maintained its independence from colonial rule.
- In 2008, the monarchy was abolished, ending the era of the Kingdom of Nepal.
Advanced Usage
- In historical and political contexts: The term is used to specify the period of monarchical rule, distinguishing it from the current republican system.
- The foreign policy of the Kingdom of Nepal was characterized by a balance between its two large neighbors.
Variants and Related Words
- Nepal (Proper noun): The modern country name, which is the successor state to the Kingdom of Nepal.
- Gorkha Kingdom (Proper noun): The precursor state that expanded to form the Kingdom of Nepal.
Synonyms
- Nepalese monarchy: Refers to the governing system of the kingdom.
- The Himalayan Kingdom: A descriptive term highlighting its geographic location.
Related Phrases
- Fall of the Kingdom of Nepal: Refers to the political transition in 2008.
- Unification of the Kingdom of Nepal: Describes the 18th-century military campaigns that created the state.
Noun
- a small landlocked Asian country high in the Himalayas between India and China