
Nepal's political instability has revived calls for restoring the monarchy nearly two decades after its abolition in 2008. Historically ruled by the Shah dynasty, Nepal transitioned from absolute to constitutional monarchy in 1990, before becoming a federal democratic republic. Despite pro-monarchy parties advocating a comeback amid frequent government changes and protests, constitutional barriers and limited public support make a royal return unlikely in the near term. Political flux continues with multiple governments since the republic's establishment.
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