Nepal: History

The Anglo-Nepalese War ends in a treaty which establishes present-day Nepal's boundaries.

Nepal falls under sway of hereditary chief ministers known as Ranas, who dominate the monarchy and cut off the country from the outside world.

A treaty with the United Kingdom affirms Nepal's sovereignty.

Royal Sovereignty is re-established, as the Rana rule ends.

Nepal joins the United Nations.

A transit and trade dispute with India leads India to place a blockade, which worsens its economic conditions with Nepal.

Nepal joins the World Trade Organization (WTO).

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake strikes Kathmandu, over 8,000 people are killed and millions are left homeless.

The UML and CPN parties merge to establish the Nepal Communist Party (NCP), which is the ruling party in Parliament.