Opinion | Change beyond the ballot
Summary
The Gen Z movement in Nepal challenges the failed post-2006 transitional justice and calls for sustained accountability, protection of protest rights, and structural reforms to overcome longstanding political and social injustices.
Key Points
- Nepal's post-2006 transitional justice has failed to hold perpetrators accountable and address structural injustices.
- The Gen Z movement demands uncompromising accountability for state violence and corruption, especially concerning the September 8-9 incidents.
- Protection of the right to protest is essential for democracy and peace, reducing the risk of violent outbursts.
- Structural reforms, including anti-corruption measures and institutional changes, are necessary for enduring change beyond electoral politics.
