Bhutan
In 1865, Britain and Bhutan signed the Treaty of Sinchulu, under which Bhutan would receive an annual subsidy in exchange for ceding some border land to British India. A monarchy was set up in 1907; three years later, a treaty was signed whereby Britain directed Bhutan's foreign affairs. This role was assumed by independent India after 1947. Bhutan gained independance from India on August 8, 1949.
In March 2005, King Jigme Singye Wangchuck unveiled the government's draft constitution and pledged to hold a national referendum for its approval. A referendum date has yet to be named.
Draft of Tsa Thrim Chenmo as of August 18, 2005. Please refer to the pdf version below.
