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This section serves as a forum to highlight, discuss, analyze, critique and recommend facts, ideas, and issues relating to the current political and human crisis in Nepal. It is separated into three major and interlocking themes: A house Divided: Where do we go from here?We are indeed at a crossroad seeking solutions to end the crisis and put the country on a road to peace and prosperity. Solutions coming from the extreme right in the form of guided democracy aspire to put emphasis on the rule of law, whereas the extreme left’s 8-year old violent insurgency that has cost more than 12,000 lives sees the whole socio-economic and the political structure as an impediment. Both prescriptions come with a cost. Importantly, where does that leave the political parties? Human RightsThe eight-year old insurgency that began in 1996 has claimed more than 12,000 lives. In addition, countless civilians are trapped in the path of the conflict, and hundreds of thousands have been displaced. The hardship on average Nepalis, women and children in particular, has become intolerable. The human rights situation in Nepal is among the most concerning in the world today, and it may get worse before its gets better. This section will feature articles and discussions that shed light on the state of human rights in Nepal. What is the nature and extent of human rights abuses in the country? What are the primary causes for escalating human rights abuses? How can abuses be mitigated and ultimately eliminated? Quest for PeaceThis section is dedicated to all issues relating to the quest for peace in Nepal. What are the pre-requisites for a permanent peace? What are the factors for the failure of previous peace efforts and what are their implications for future peace efforts? What is the role of a third party in peace efforts? What is the role of Nepali civil society? How can Nepalis living abroad contribute towards peace? |
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