Opinion | Melting Himalaya, melting morality
Summary
Nepal faces intertwined crises of climate change and social injustice as melting Himalayan glaciers signify deeper moral decay. Drawing from Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy, the article highlights the need for justice, simplicity, and coexistence with nature for a sustainable future.
Key Points
- Nepal is experiencing two simultaneous crises: climate change and erosion of social harmony due to unequal development and identity politics.
- The climate crisis and social injustice are deeply connected, with marginalized communities bearing the brunt of environmental degradation.
- Gandhi's philosophy emphasizes moral responsibility, non-violence towards nature and society, and the importance of justice and cooperation in development.
- Nepal's current development model rooted in greed contrasts with Gandhi's vision of simplicity, local resource conservation, and community participation.
