Chandra's Shumsher, the Prime Minister of Nepal in the late 19th century, abolished the practice of sati pratha (the tradition of a widow self-immolating on her husband's funeral pyre) as part of his broader efforts to modernize and reform society. Recognizing the inhumanity and danger of the practice, he aimed to improve women's rights and social welfare. His decision reflected a shift towards more progressive values and was influenced by growing global movements against such practices. Ultimately, it marked a significant step towards the advancement of women's status in Nepalese society.
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