More than half a century in the making: Nepal enshrines new constitution
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On July 22, the former king of Nepal, Gyanendra Shah (shown at the center of all photos below), offered prayers in Kathmandu for the country’s earthquake victims. Nepal’s monarchy was officially abolished in 2008. It was the world’s last Hindu monarchy.
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge signed a book of condolence for earthquake victims at the embassy of Nepal in London on May 1, 2015. (Photos by Kensington Palace via Getty Images)
Here’s some info on how you can help victims of the Nepal earthquake.
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