History: February 1 (#5)

History: February 1 (#5)
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February 1, 2005 King Gyanendra of Nepal carries out a coup d'état to capture the democracy, becoming Chairman of the Councils of ministers.

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On February 1, in the year 2005: King Gyanendra of Nepal carries out a coup d'état to capture the democracy, becoming Chairman of the Councils of ministers. A coup d'état, or simply a coup, is typically an illegal and overt attempt by a military organization or other government elites to unseat an incumbent person or leadership.

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Why February 1, 2005 matters: King Gyanendra of Nepal carrie s out a coup d'état to capture the democracy, becoming Chairman of the Councils of ministers. What began on this day left a lasting mark on history. The effects were felt immediately and continued to shape events, ideas, and lives long afterwards.

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Historical context: February 1, 2005 The 21st century has already seen profound shifts: the digital revol ution has connected billions while reshaping politics and culture; climate change has emerged as a defining crisis; and new powers have risen to challenge the world order that followed the Cold War. The event on this day: King Gyanendra of Nepal carries out a coup d'état to capture the democracy, becoming Chairman of the Councils of ministers. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coup_d'%C3%A9tat (Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)