Nepal prepares for a crucial parliamentary election on March 5 as established parties vie for legitimacy following last year’s protests that led to the resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. Young Nepalis demand an end to corruption and stagnant economy, with parties promising reform but facing skepticism. The Nepali Congress seeks redemption with new leadership, while Oli’s CPN-UML aims to protect democracy despite criticism over past actions. The uprising reflects a disenchantment with the political class and a call for change in the Himalayan nation.
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