Gen Z is an imposed label: Shankar Pokharel
Summary
CPN (UML) General Secretary Shankar Pokharel criticized the label 'Gen Z' as an imposed Western concept that does not represent Nepali identity, emphasizing Eastern civilization's multigenerational harmony.
Key Points
- CPN (UML) General Secretary Shankar Pokharel stated that 'Gen Z' is not a Nepali identity but an imposed Western label.
- He emphasized that Nepali society traditionally values harmony among four generations living together.
- Pokharel warned that the Western practice of dividing societies by generations aims to disturb social cohesion in countries like Nepal.
- He urged Nepalis to recognize 'Gen Z' as an external identity forced upon them rather than an authentic self-definition.
