Afghan dynasty

The Afghan dynasty refers to the ruling families and monarchs of Afghanistan, primarily beginning with the Hotaki and Durrani dynasties in the 18th century. The most notable is the Durrani Empire (1747–1826), founded by Ahmad Shah Durrani, which united various Afghan tribes and established a centralized monarchy. Over time, Afghanistan experienced shifts between monarchy, provisional governments, and communist or Islamist regimes. The Afghan dynasty played a key role in shaping the nation's history, culture, and political landscape, demonstrating a complex legacy of independence, tribal influences, and struggles for national unity amid regional and external pressures.