Jigme Singye Wangchuck
Fourth King of Bhutan from 1972 to 2006, who promoted 'Gross National Happiness' and began the move to parliamentary democracy before abdicating to his son.
Offices held
Jul 21, 1972 – Dec 14, 2006
Preceded by
Jigme Dorji Wangchuck Succeeded by
Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck
Jigme Dorji Wangchuck Succeeded by
Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck
Affiliations
Education
Family
Timeline
1956
1961
1966
1971
1976
1981
1986
1991
1996
2001
2006
2011
2016
2021
2026

