Nepal, a nation known for its rich cultural heritage and a tumultuous history of political change, is currently facing a critical challenge that threatens the very essence of its democracy – the misuse of power. In recent years, there have been concerning instances of elected officials and institutions exploiti
The rise of populism and stunt politics poses significant threats to the establishment and consolidation of democracy, particularly in countries like Nepal where democracy is not yet fully institutionalized. While populism may initially appear to give voice to the grievances of the marginalized, its consequences can
Nepal’s great poet Laxmi Prasad Devkota said, “The immediate and the proximate enslaved our spirits and barred the line for our wider and remote visions.” Democracy in Nepal has offered an open moment
