Afghan monarchy

The Afghan monarchy refers to the royal families that ruled Afghanistan from the mid-19th century until the monarchy's abolition in 1973. The last ruling king, Zahir Shah, reigned from 1933 until he was ousted in a coup. The monarchy was marked by efforts to modernize the country, balancing traditional values with reforms, including education and infrastructure. Political instability, tribal divisions, and foreign interventions eventually led to its decline. After decades of conflict, the monarchy was officially replaced by a republic, but debates around its legacy continue to be significant in Afghanistan's history.