Rana dynasty
The Rana dynasty descended from the Kunwar family, a nobility of the Gorkha Kingdom. Due to the marital lineages with the politically reigning Thapa dynasty (of "Mukhtiyar" Bhimsen Thapa) from early 19th century, Ranas gained entry to central Darbar politics. Ranas were also linked to the minor faction o acclaimed Pande dynasty of Gorkha through Thapa dynasty.