After the Uprising: A French and Nepali Tale of Déjà Vu
Summary
Nepal’s Gen Z uprising toppled a government and led to an interim administration, while France has seen large youth-led protests over living costs, schools, and public services. The article draws parallels between the two countries and warns that trust between young people and the state is fraying.
Key Points
- Nepal’s Gen Z uprising forced the resignation of the prime minister and led to an interim government tasked with holding elections within six months.
- France saw mass protests on October 17, with demonstrations spreading across major cities and resulting in more than 1,800 arrests and hundreds of injuries.
- The article compares youth-led unrest in Nepal and France, linking both to frustration over economic insecurity, public services, and distrust in institutions.
- It argues that elections alone will not restore trust unless political leaders address young people’s grievances with credible reforms.
