The Wangchuck Family
The ruling dynasty of Bhutan since 1907. The Wangchucks pioneered the concept of Gross National Happiness over GDP and peacefully transitioned Bhutan from absolute monarchy to constitutional democracy.
King of Bhutan · b. 1955
The Fourth Dragon King of Bhutan who coined the concept of Gross National Happiness and voluntarily transformed Bhutan from an absolute monarchy to a constitutional democracy in 2008, abdicating in favor of his son.
Notable Works
- Coined Gross National Happiness as a development philosophy
- Voluntarily transitioned Bhutan to constitutional democracy (2008)
- Youngest monarch in the world when crowned at age 16
- Modernized Bhutan while preserving its cultural heritage
King of Bhutan · b. 1980
The Fifth Dragon King, known as the 'People's King' for his accessible style. Oxford-educated, he oversaw Bhutan's first democratic election…
Notable Works
- Fifth Dragon King of Bhutan since 2006
- Oversaw Bhutan's first democratic elections (2008)
- Educated at Oxford and Wheaton College
Princess of Bhutan · b. 1981
Eldest daughter of the Fourth King, she is active in social development, education, and women's empowerment across Bhutan. She serves as pre…
Notable Works
- President of the Bhutan Youth Development Fund
- Active in women's empowerment and education initiatives
- Patron of social welfare organizations