The valor displayed by Nepali Gurkha regiments during World War I turned out to be a watershed moment in this regard, garnering admiration and respect from the British military and political leadership. Their courage on the war front redefined Nepal’s international image, transitioning from a former adversary to a valued ally. The Ranas, with their sagacious diplomatic insight, capitalized on this shift in perception, initiating discussions that set the stage for the historic drafting of the 1923 Treaty.