Introduction of Democracy (1951)

Description

Following the fall of the Rana regime, Nepal embarked on its first democratic experiment in 1951 AD (2007 BS).

Key Developments

First Coalition Cabinet: A joint Rana-Congress cabinet was formed, headed by Mohan Shumsher as Prime Minister and B.P. Koirala as Home Minister.
Interim Constitution: The Interim Government Act of Nepal 1951 (Nepal Ko Antarim Shasan Bidhan 2007) was promulgated, marking the country's first working constitution.
Political Freedom: Political parties were officially recognized and allowed to operate freely, ending a century of absolute suppression.

Period

Democracy

Year (BS)

2007

Year (AD)

1951

CMAT Significance

The restoration of democracy in 1951 is frequently tested in CMAT as a landmark in Nepal's political modernization.