Open Access
DIPLOMATIC STRATEGIES OF KING PRITHVI NARAYAN SHAH IN UNIFICATION OF NEPAL
Tara Nath Ghimire
1
,
,
4
Associate Professor, Political science Patan Multiple Campus Patan Dhoka, Lalitpur, (Tribhuvan University)
4
Associate Professor, History Central Department of History, Kirtipur, (Tribhuvan University)
4
Social Work, Ratna Rajyalaxmi Campus Kathmandu, (Tribhuvan University)
Abstract
Β This research investigates the essential role of diplomatic strategies in the growth of the Gorkha kingdom and the eventual consolidation of Nepal under the leadership of King Prithvi Narayan Shah. The study analyzes Prithvi Narayan Shah's diplomatic approaches, including their objectives, methods, and outcomes. The findings underscore the crucial impact of diplomacy in uniting a historically fragmented region comprising over 50 small states during the medieval period, enabling Gorkha's leadership in the Nepal unification initiative. Prithvi Narayan Shah implemented various diplomatic strategies to achieve his objectives. Recognizing the economic significance of the Kathmandu Valley, he initiated an economic blockade to undermine its stability, increasing discontent among its inhabitants and prompting them to consider aligning with the Gorkhas. The Gorkha state employed a network of spies to manipulate conflicts among the Malla kings of the valley, fostering mistrust and discord, ultimately destabilizing the region, and facilitating unification. Additionally, he maintained ambiguity about his intentions, neither presenting himself as an enemy nor a friend to the British government. This article underscores how these diplomatic endeavors, coupled with strategic military actions, significantly contributed to the expansion of the Gorkha kingdom and the eventual unification of Nepal.
Keywords
Gorkha,
Economics Blockade,
Policy,
Unification
References
Acharya, B. (1965). Nepalko samchhipta britanta [A brief account of Nepal]. Kathmandu: Pramod Shamser and Nirbikram Pyasi.
Acharya, B. (2003). Prachinkalko Nepal [Ancient Nepal]. In S. K. Acharya (Ed.). Kathmandu: Prof. Shri Krishna Acharya.
Acharya, B. (2004). Shri Panch Badamaharadhiraj Prithvinarayan Shahko sanchhipta Jawani [A brief biography of King Prithvinarayan Shah]. (2nd ed.). Kathmandu: Shree Panch Badamaharajhadhirajka Sambad Sachiwalaya.
Acharya, K. (1965). Bhayaka kura [Happened things]. Kathmandu: Narendramani Aa Di.
Acharya, Y. (1990). Nepalko Itihas [History of Nepal]. Kathmandu: Koshali.
Adhikari, B. B. (2018). Aadhunik Nepal Rastraka Nirmata Prithvi Narayan Shah [Prithvi Narayan Shah: The Creator of Modern Nepal]. Dikura Publication.
Adhikari, B. B. (2021). An Advance History of Nepal. Padma Kumari Poudel.
Bazaracharta, D. B., & Shrestha, T. B. (1980). Shah kalka Abhilekh [Inscription of Shah Era]. CNAS.
Bista, S. (1963). Shahi Sahinik Itihas [Royal Military History]. Chau Narayanjung Shah, Narendraman Singh and Shri Prasad.
Gurung, J. (2016). Prithvi Narayan Shah, Nepalko Ekikaran ra Rastriya Ekata [Prithvi Narayan Shah, Unification of Nepal and National Unity]. In G. Uparati (Ed.), Samasamayik Sandarvama Prithvi Narayan Shah [Prithvi Narayan Shah in Contemporary Context] (pp. 11-31). Nepal Pragyapratisthan.
Jyanwali, S. (1976). Prithvinarayan Shah. Nepal Rajakiya Pragyanprtisthan.
K. C., S. (2002). Aadhunik Nepal (1740-1951) [Modern Nepal 1740-1951]. Pairavi Prakashan.
Kshatri, G., & Rayamajhi, R. (2003). Nepalko Itihas [History of Nepal]. Asia Publication.
Panta, D. (1984). Gorkhako Itihas [History of Gorkha]. Dineshraj Panta.
Regmi, D. R. (1975). Modern Nepal (Vol. 1). F. L. K. M.
Regmi, M. C. (1978). A Study in Nepali Economic History 1768-1846*. Manjushri Publishing House.
Regmi, S. R. (1992). Shri Panch Prithvi Narayan Shakalik Sanskar Sahittya* [The Cultural Literature of the Period of King Prithvi Narayan Shah]. Nepal Rajakiya Pragya Pratisthan.
Stiller, L. F. (1975). The Rise of the House of Gorkha. Ratna Pustak Bhandar.
Subadi, R. (2004). Nepalko Tathya Itihas [The Fact History of Nepal]. Sajha Prakashan.
Thapa, K. B. (1989). Unification of Nepal: A Change Agent in Inter-Intra Relations. Akka Publishars.
Upraty, P. R. (2010). Nepal: A Theater for Cold War (947-1958 AD) Historia: Journal of History and Culture, 11, 14-20. Department of History & Culture Prithvi Narayan Campus.
Yogi, N. (Ed.). (1964). Gorkha Bamsawali [Gorkha Genealogy] (2nd ed.). Aryavir Shang.
How to Cite
DIPLOMATIC STRATEGIES OF KING PRITHVI NARAYAN SHAH IN UNIFICATION OF NEPAL. (2024). Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, 3(04), 01-07. https://doi.org/10.55640/gjhss-social-330
Most read articles by the same author(s)
- Tara Nath Ghimire, Dol Raj Kafle, Shree Ram Poudel, THE SOCIAL IMPACT OF STATE RESTRUCTURING IN NEPAL , Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences: Vol. 3 No. 05 (2024): Volume 03 Issue 05
- Jagat Nepal, Tara Nath Ghimire, Dol Raj Kafle, CONTRIBUTION OF NEPAL TELEVISION TO THE ADVANCEMENT OF NEPALI POLITICS THROUGH LANGUAGE, ART, AND CULTURE , Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences: Vol. 3 No. 11 (2024): Volume 03 Issue 11
- Shyam Prasad Phuyel, Tara Nath Ghimire, Dol Raj Kaple, THE EXISTING STATUS OF JUDICIAL INDEPENDENCE IN NEPAL , Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences: Vol. 3 No. 06 (2024): Volume 03 Issue 06
- Govinda Prasad Guragain, Tara Nath Ghimire, Dol Raj Kafle, Sabita Kumari Mallik, Comparative Analysis of Chinese and Western Grand Strategies in Global Power Politics , Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences: Vol. 3 No. 06 (2024): Volume 03 Issue 06
Similar Articles
- Sam Dominic, PROGRESSIVE HEALTH SPENDING AND MALARIA OUTCOMES IN NIGERIA: UNVEILING THE IMPACT , Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences: Vol. 2 No. 11 (2023): Volume 02 Issue 11
- Mustafa YΔ±ldΔ±rΔ±m, CROSS-BORDER CARE: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF MIGRANT HEALTH POLICIES IN TURKEY AND THE EUROPEAN UNION , Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences: Vol. 2 No. 10 (2023): Volume 02 Issue 10
- Dr. Alisher K. Tursunov, Catalyzing Cooperation: An Analysis of Uzbekistan's Economic Diplomacy and its Ascendant Influence in Central Asia , Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences: Vol. 4 No. 09 (2025): Volume 04 Issue 09
- Dr. Sofia L. Moretti, Negotiating Inclusion, Identity, And Communication Modalities: A Comprehensive Examination Of Deaf And Hard-Of-Hearing Studentsβ Educational And Social Experiences In Mainstream Schooling , Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences: Vol. 5 No. 02 (2026): Volume 05 Issue 02
- Dr. Samuel K. Moyo, Perceptions Of Health Risk, Sexual Behaviour, And Behaviour Change Communication In Low- And Middle-Income Contexts: An Integrative Public Health Analysis , Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences: Vol. 5 No. 01 (2026): Volume 05 Issue 01
- Umar Beihai, Mukthar Nadeem Akhtar, MACROECONOMIC FACTORS AND POVERTY IN PAKISTAN: EXPLORING THEIR IMPACT ON RURAL-URBAN MIGRATION , Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences: Vol. 2 No. 01 (2023): Volume 02 Issue 01
- Govinda Prasad Guragain, Tara Nath Ghimire, Dol Raj Kafle, Sabita Kumari Mallik, Comparative Analysis of Chinese and Western Grand Strategies in Global Power Politics , Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences: Vol. 3 No. 06 (2024): Volume 03 Issue 06
- Obohwemu Oberhiri Kennedy, Nchindia Atabong Christian, Kachitsa Leyman Charles, Tayo Oluwadamilola, Sahoo Subhadarsini Supriya, Osinubi Olusunmola, Structural Inclusion or Symbolic Diversity? A Narrative Review of BAME Academic Experiences in UK Alternative Higher Education Providers , Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences: Vol. 4 No. 07 (2025): Volume 04 Issue 07
- Xiaodan Wang, Book Review: "Educational Processes, Decisions, and the Development of Competencies from Early Preschool Age to Adolescence" , Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences: Vol. 3 No. 08 (2024): Volume 03 Issue 08
- Dr. Akeyo Otieno, COUNTY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN (CIDP) IN KISII COUNTY: AN ASSESSMENT OF IMPLEMENTATION AND PROGRESS , Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences: Vol. 4 No. 02 (2025): Volume 04 Issue 02
1-10 of 14
Next
You may also start an advanced similarity search for this article.