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Bhutan
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10 Ngultrum, (1981)
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Front: Jigme Singye Wangchuck (1955-), King of Bhutan 1972-2006
Jigme Singye succeeded to the throne at the age of 17, in 1972, after the
death of his father. He was educated in Bhutan and the United Kingdom. He
followed his father's policies of slow modernization while still trying to
preserve Bhutanese culture. In 1998 he voluntarily reduced his own absolute
powers and ruled with the advice of his government. In December 2006, the King abdicated
the throne to his son, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, in order to give him experience as head
of state before the democratic transition.
Back: Paro Dzong palace
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5 Ngultrum, (1985)
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Front: Royal emblem between facing birds
Back: Paro Dzong palace
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20 Ngultrum, (1986)
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Front: Jigme Dorji Wangchuck (1928-1972), King of Bhutan 1952-1972
Back: Punakha Dzong palace
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Bhutan, bordered by India, Tibet and Sikkim, was part of British India in the mid
19th Century. Hereditary monarchy was established in 1907 with the British retained
control of external affairs. The responsibility for foreign affairs was assumed by
India in 1949. For a more detailed
country profile, see CIA World Factbook on Bhutan.
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