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Nepal’s ex-King Gyanendra & Future of Monarchy In The World…

nepal deposed king gyanendra

As Nepal’s deposed King Gyanendra begins house-hunting as a common citizen in view of the deadline to vacate his palace within a fortnight, The Independent discusses various issues related to Nepal’s monarchy as well as the institution of monarchy in the world. Why is Nepal ending its monarchy? So where do royals still have power?

Once they’re gone, do they ever return? What does a royal do when they’re sacked? Is the game up for the world’s monarchies?
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Meanwhile Nepal’s Naya Patrika said the 60-year-old deposed king Gyanendra did not want to leave the palace until early July when an astrological “dark” phase is due to end. More here…

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