Nepal's crisis demands democratic renewal, accountable leadership, not romanticised monarchy
Summary
Nepal faces political turmoil with growing nostalgia for the monarchy, but the republic remains the best framework for embracing the nation's diversity and ambition. Restoration fantasies threaten fragile consensus, urging a focus on democratic renewal and accountable leadership.
Key Points
- Nostalgia for Nepal's monarchy rises during political turmoil, reflecting frustration with the republic's dysfunction.
- Monarchist movements are fueled by public despair but lack concrete plans for governance.
- Intellectuals and business elites often retreat to past myths or neutrality instead of supporting political reform.
- Youth-led protests and upcoming elections offer a chance for democratic renewal and new leadership away from royalist nostalgia.
