Which Ladakhi King setup the first Paper Mill in Ladakh?

Kunga Namgyal
Nyima Namgyal
Tashi Namgyal
Tsewang Namgyal

The correct answer is: C. Tashi Namgyal

Tashi Namgyal was the fifth Ladakhi king who ruled from 1642 to 1684. He was the son of Sengge Namgyal and the grandson of Jamyang Namgyal. Tashi Namgyal was a powerful and influential ruler who expanded the Ladakhi kingdom and consolidated his power. He is also credited with establishing the first paper mill in Ladakh in 1676.

The other options are incorrect.

  • Kunga Namgyal was the first Ladakhi king who ruled from 1405 to 1435.
  • Nyima Namgyal was the third Ladakhi king who ruled from 1510 to 1533.
  • Tsewang Namgyal was the sixth Ladakhi king who ruled from 1684 to 1705.