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Giri Prasad Burathoki

Gurkha general and Nepalese politician (1898–1981)

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Giri Prasad Burathoki was an officer in the British Indian Army and later a Nepalese politician. He is noted for serving as the first Defence Minister of Nepal.

Quick facts

Born
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Died
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Occupation
politician wd

Positions held wd

  • Member of the Parliament of Nepal

Awards wd

  • Military Cross
  • Member of the Order of the British Empire

Questions

When was Giri Prasad Burathoki born?
Giri Prasad Burathoki was born on 1898.
What positions has Giri Prasad Burathoki held?
Positions held by Giri Prasad Burathoki include: Member of the Parliament of Nepal.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Giri Prasad Burathoki · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q5564241 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Major General Giri Prasad Burathoki, OBE.jpg by Avzit (CC-BY-SA-3.0)

Last updated · facts checked 8 November 2026

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"Giri Prasad Burathoki". DigiNepal. Last updated 22 October 2026. https://diginpl.com/people/giri-prasad-burathoki. Retrieved 8 November 2026.

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