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Prince Nirajan of Nepal

1978 – 2001

Nepalese prince

Aristocrat
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About Prince Nirajan of Nepal

Lived 1978 – 2001 (aged 22). Prince Nirajan of Nepal was a Nepali aristocrat.

Prince Nirajan Bir Bikram Shah Dev (; 6 November 1978 – 1 June 2001) was a prince of Nepal, the younger son of King Birendra and Queen Aishwarya of Nepal. He was assassinated along with his parents in the Nepalese royal massacre.

Education and interests

He was educated at Budhanilkantha School, Kathmandu and Eton College and had a degree of B.B.A. from Kathmandu College of Management. He was interested in sports, especially swimming.

The name Nirajan means "One without fault; perfect in all forms".

Death

Nirajan was among the victims of the Nepalese royal massacre on 1 June 2001 along with his father, mother, sister, brother and other close royal relatives.

Honours National Honours Commemorative Silver Jubilee Medal of King Birendra (31 January 1997).

Ancestry

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Important facts

Born
6 November 1978, Narayanhiti Palace
Birth century
20th century
Died
1 June 2001, Narayanhiti Palace
Occupation
Aristocrat
Nationality
Nepal
Education
Eton College, Budhanilkantha School
Also known as
Prince Nirajan Bir Bikram Shah Dev

Family & relationships

Parent
Birendra of Nepal
Parent
Queen Aishwarya of Nepal

People in Prince Nirajan of Nepal's life

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Prince Nirajan of Nepal?

Nepalese prince (1978–2001)

When was Prince Nirajan of Nepal born?

Prince Nirajan of Nepal was born on 6 November 1978 in Narayanhiti Palace.

When did Prince Nirajan of Nepal die?

Prince Nirajan of Nepal died on 1 June 2001 in Narayanhiti Palace.

What was Prince Nirajan of Nepal's occupation?

Prince Nirajan of Nepal was an aristocrat.

What nationality was Prince Nirajan of Nepal?

Prince Nirajan of Nepal was Nepali.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Prince Nirajan of Nepal

· Wikidata: Q7244182

· DBpedia: Prince Nirajan of Nepal

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