Prince Mahendra became the king of Nepal on 13 March 1950. He succeeded his father, King Tribhuvan, who had sought refuge in the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu during a political conflict. This period marked a significant shift in Nepal's political landscape, as the Rana regime, which had held power for over a century, faced challenges, and the country moved towards a constitutional monarchy.
King Mahendra played a key role in shaping Nepal's political system. In 1959, he dissolved the democratically elected government and suspended the constitution, establishing the Panchayat system, which centralized power under the monarchy. The Panchayat system lasted until 1990 when a popular movement forced King Birendra (son of King Mahendra) to accept constitutional reforms and establish a parliamentary democracy.
King Mahendra ruled until his death in 1972, after which he was succeeded by his son, King Birendra. The political landscape in Nepal continued to evolve, with various changes in the system of government over the years.
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