The Peril of Emotion-Driven Politics: Analyzing Nepal's Recent Unrest Through a Global Lens
Summary
Nepal's recent political unrest reflects a shift to emotion-driven politics fueled by social media narratives, culminating in deadly protests and challenges to democratic institutions.
Key Points
- Nepal's recent protests on Bhadra 23-24 shifted from anti-corruption movements to anarchic confrontations involving the Parliament building.
- Social media algorithms played a significant role in amplifying emotions and misinformation, exacerbating violence and unrest.
- The article draws parallels between Nepal's unrest and similar global events in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Iran, Bulgaria, and Madagascar.
- The politicization of emotion risks destabilizing democracy and enabling foreign intervention under the guise of assistance.
