ing Bhumibol is respected[2][3] and revered by most Thais.[4] In 1957, the overthrow of his then government was justified with allegations of lèse majesté,[5]:136-137[6] which is offence against the dignity of the monarch, punishable under Thai law.[4] Although Bhumibol did invite public criticism in a 2005 speech,[7] the lèse majesté laws have not been revoked by the Thai parliament.