<P> May 29, 2009 marks the first anniversary of the declaration of Nepal as a Federal Democratic Republic . Various programs were organized around the nation to mark the first Republic Day . It was on May 28, 2008 when the first sitting of CA declared Nepal a Federal Republic abolishing the 240 years old monarchy . Various news agencies from Nepal reported organization of several programs like the army pavilion in Tudikhel . The President and other leaders gave speeches talking about national unity . </P> <P> To mark this day previously the government of Nepal used to give public holiday but from this year (2018), the government of Nepal has cut off the public holiday . However Province 5 has declared a public holiday in their state . </P> <P> Republic Day is a special day in the history of Nepal that commemorates the creation of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal on May 28, 2008 . The establishment of the republic put an end to civil strife that had lasted for years . </P> <P> The main Republic Day celebration is held in the national capital, Kathmandu, at the Sainik Manch in Tudikhel . On this day, ceremonious parades take place at the Tudikhel, which are performed as a tribute to Nepal; its unity in diversity and rich cultural heritage . </P>

Why was nepal declared as the republic country