Bidya Devi Bhandari

ModernPoliticianNepal1961 — ?

First female Nepali president.

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Quick Facts

Born

1961

Country

Nepal

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)28

Political (20%)61

Influence (20%)57

Legacy (20%)45

Leadership (15%)72

Strategy (15%)36

Total Score51.9

Bidya Devi Bhandari — Complete Timeline

2015 AD

Election as President of NepalPolitical Action

Bhandari was elected as the first female President of Nepal by the electoral college. She succeeded Ram Baran Yadav and served as the head of state during the transition to a federal republic.

First Female PresidentNepalElection

Impact: nationalconstructive

Promulgation of the Constitution of NepalPolitical Action

As President, Bhandari signed the new constitution of Nepal, which was adopted by the Constituent Assembly. The constitution established Nepal as a federal democratic republic, replacing the interim constitution.

ConstitutionFederalismRepublic

Impact: nationalconstructive

2021 AD

Controversial Dissolution of ParliamentPolitical Action◆ Major

Bhandari dissolved the House of Representatives twice in 2021 on the advice of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. The Supreme Court overturned both dissolutions, leading to a political crisis and criticism of her actions.

Parliament DissolutionConstitutional CrisisSupreme Court

Impact: nationaldestructive