Nepal to Replace 'Chuchche' Map on Coins with Lo Ghyaker Monastery Image
Summary
Nepal plans to replace the 'Chuchche' map on 1 and 2 rupee coins with an image of the historic Lo Ghyaker Monastery from Mustang following government approval.
Key Points
- Nepal's Council of Ministers approved issuing new design coins of 1 and 2 rupee denominations.
- New coins will feature the 7th-century Lo Ghyaker Monastery from Mustang instead of the 'Chuchche' map.
- The monastery is considered Nepal's oldest and was linked to US aid for preservation.
- The map removal and new design have sparked criticism amid border and geopolitical controversies involving Prime Minister Balendra Shah.
