>>Finally, trying to live in a democracy is also about living with people who do things that one doesn't like but who have broken no laws and have harmed none. << I think Ashu makes a good point here. If it was Ganeshman Singh (god bless his soul) in the queen's place or Sonia Gandhi or Amitabh Bachchan or even Al Pacino then would we have reacted the same way? I have a great interest in Royalty and its history be it Europe, Russia, Greece or even Nepal and it has been my burning desire to explore the past and the present Nepali Royalty and perhaps publish a book someday. but does that mean I support Monarchy? personally I don't. just wanted to add a few cents....