
PoliticsMarch 30, 2025
Why Monarchy Cannot Replace Democracy in Nepal
An analysis of Nepal's political history, comparing the eras of monarchy and democracy, and arguing for the strengthening of democratic institutions over a return to royal rule.
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Kulman Ghising, the man who ended Nepal’s crippling power cuts and transformed the NEA, was abruptly dismissed in March 2025 amid political pressure and industrial backlash—despite his success. His removal sparked protests, raising fears of political meddling and a rollback of hard-won progress in Nepal’s energy sector.
An analysis of Nepal's political history, comparing the eras of monarchy and democracy, and arguing for the strengthening of democratic institutions over a return to royal rule.