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Article continues below this ad But between 2006 and 2008, Nepal transitioned from a Hindu monarchy to a secular democracy. It dissolved its monarchy completely, and Shah left the palace in June 2008.

Why was it ended – and why do some people want it back? Hindu monarchy Unlike European monarchies, which were deeply connected to Christianity, Nepal’s monarchy was rooted in Hinduism.