History of Everything How Gen Z Destroyed The Government of Nepal in 2 Days
Oct 10, 2025
In just 48 hours, Gen Z in Nepal sparked a political revolution. Young activists leveraged TikTok and Discord to organize massive protests against systemic corruption, resulting in iconic government buildings in flames and the prime minister ousted. The discussion touches on corruption scandals that fueled public outrage, the impact of a controversial social media ban, and the chilling police responses that heightened tensions. Ultimately, an impressive grassroots movement led to the election of a respected elder statesperson as interim leader, showcasing the power of youth activism.
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Chronic Instability Breeds Corruption
- Nepal's post-monarchy democracy produced extreme government turnover and paralysis instead of stable development.
- Frequent administration changes created systemic corruption and half-finished projects that crippled progress.
Elites Institutionalized Theft
- High-level collusion among party leaders institutionalized graft and created a 'file exchange' of mutual protection.
- Major scandals (refugee scam, land sales, inflated aircraft deals) illustrated how elites siphoned public funds.
Corruption Reached Prestige Posts
- UN peacekeeping selection became a pay-to-play route to incomes, showing corruption reached even prestigious posts.
- Corruption at the top shaped daily life for the generation born after the monarchy's end.
