Political romanticism: Pre-election pantomime at its peak
Summary
The upcoming election in Nepal, influenced by the Gen-Z movement, is marked by political unrest, mid-term polls, and rising populism among candidates. Issues like unconstitutional government formation and electoral manipulation pose challenges amid bleak voter literacy.
Key Points
- The upcoming Nepalese election is set less than a month away, influenced by the Gen-Z movement and involving mid-term polls due to constitutional controversies.
- The current government was formed extra-constitutionally after violent agitation by the Gen-Z movement, setting a contentious precedent for government formation.
- The Supreme Court has delayed verdicts on the legality of the government and dissolution of the House of Representatives, likely to issue rulings post-election.
- Electoral campaigns are increasingly performative with candidates making unrealistic promises, raising concerns about election conduct and the quality of elected officials.
