How Nepal’s enraged Gen Z turned Discord into a political arena
Summary
Nepal's Gen Z transformed the Discord platform from a gaming hub into a political arena during the 2023 protests, influencing leadership discussions and interim government formation amid the power vacuum.
Key Points
- Discord, originally a gaming platform, became a central political forum for Nepal’s Gen Z during the 2023 protests.
- Gen Z organized debates and votes on Discord that influenced the formation of an interim government after KP Sharma Oli's resignation.
- Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki was selected as Nepal's 42nd prime minister through a broader political negotiation, with Discord polls reflecting popular sentiment.
- Gen Z activists caution against overstating Discord's role, emphasizing multi-platform activism and concerns about poll validity and inclusivity.
