Dharma Bhakta Mathema
Dharma Bhakta Mathema (1909—1941) was a professional body builder as well as a founding member of Praja Parishad. He introduced modern body building techniques in Nepal, but had gained popularity for his contribution to the Nepalese struggle for freedom against the autocracy of the Rana dynasty. He was killed during the freedom movement, and he is duly recognized as one of the four martyrs of Nepal of the Rana era.
Dharma Bhakta Mathema | |
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धर्मभक्त माथेमा | |
Dharma Bhakta Mathema in 1939 | |
| Born | 24 September 1909 |
| Died | 24 January 1941 (aged 31) Sifal, Kathmandu |
| Monuments | Shahid Gate |
| Nationality | Nepali |
| Occupation | Bodybuilder |
| Known for | One of the four martyrs of 1941 |
| Spouse | Uttara Devi |
| Children | Renu Mathema Shrestha (daughter) |
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