Opinion | ‘Ask not what your country can do for you’
Summary
Nepal's democratic challenges stem from societal norms of mediocrity, weak civic sense, and tolerance of corruption, impacting governance and leadership quality ahead of general elections.
Key Points
- Nepal’s leadership has been mediocre and self-serving, contributing to democratic stagnation.
- Low educational quality limits critical reasoning, reducing voter expectations and enabling political superficiality.
- Civic sense is weak, with disregard for shared rules and public assets, reflecting governance challenges.
- Corruption persists due to social tolerance and reliance on shortcuts, undermining institutional development.
