Opinion | Women in politics
Summary
Sushila Karki's appointment as Nepal's interim government prime minister marked a historic moment for women in politics, highlighting ongoing challenges and the need for greater female representation in elections.
Key Points
- Sushila Karki became Nepal's first woman prime minister of the interim government during a political crisis.
- Women's participation in Nepalese politics remains low, with only 396 women contesting direct election seats out of 3,500 candidates.
- Political parties often limit women to Proportional Representation seats, reflecting outdated societal views on women's roles.
- The article advocates for increased women voters' empowerment and hopes for the election of Nepal's first elected woman prime minister.
