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What is a major critique of Thapa?

  • Consolidating political and military power within his family

  • Losing land in Sugauli treaty

  • Not modernizing Nepal

  • Ignoring the plight of the common people

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A major critique of Thapa is that he consolidated political and military power within his family. He did this by appointing his sons and relatives to important government positions, and by giving them control over the army. This made it difficult for other leaders to challenge his power, and it also helped to ensure that his family would remain in control of Nepal after his death.
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