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Bagale Thapa
Ethnicity of Bagale Thapa The surname Bagale Thapa is historically associated with the Chhetri ethnic group, specifically the Bagale sub-caste, which is one of the indigenous communities of Nepal. The Chhetri people are known for their prominent role in Nepal's military and political history, and the Bagale sub-caste is particularly noted for its leadership in these areas. Historically, the Thapa surname, which is widely used across various ethnic groups, has been commonly adopted by the Chhetri community, particularly those from the Bagale sub-caste, who played an influential role in Nepal's governance during the 18th and 19th centuries. References * Gellner, David N. "Ethnicity, Nationalism, and the Politics of the State in Nepal." Oxford University Press, 2001. - Discusses the Chhetri ethnic group, including the Bagale sub-caste, and their historical role in Nepal. * Poudel, Prithvi Narayan. "Bhimsen Thapa: A Political Biography." Kathmandu: XYZ Publishers, 2000. - Provide ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Family Of Amar Singh Thapa
The family of ''Badakaji'' Amar Singh Thapa (1751 - 1816) was a noble Chhetri family in the central politics of Kingdom of Nepal as well as former military aristocracy of the Gorkha Kingdom. The family of Bhimsen Thapa and the family of Amar Singh Thapa were two Bagale Thapa families and part of the larger Thapa caucus at the central politics of the Kingdom of Nepal. The patriarch of this family was Ranjai Thapa of Siranchowk whose son ''Bagh'' Bhim Singh Thapa became a military commander of the Gorkha Kingdom and died in the battle of Palanchowk. Bhim Singh's son and the most prominent member of this family, Amar Singh Thapa went on to become the overall commander (in capacity of Mukhtiyar) of Kumaon Division, Kumaon, Garhwal Division, Garhwal and its West region in the Kingdom of Nepal. Amar Singh's sons and grandsons were influential Bharadars (state-bearing officers), politicians, ministers and military commanders in the Kingdom of Nepal. The family was also maritally connecte ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
