How did Nepal get to this moment of profound change?

Parliament burned. Protesters died. The government collapsed. How did Nepal get here?In Episode 01 of Notes from Nepal, Thomas Kilroy explores the Gen Z protests that shook the country, the social media ban that backfired spectacularly, and the political earthquake that brought rapper-turned-mayor Balen Shah to power.Along the way, we step back to explore Nepal’s history - from Prithvi Narayan Shah and the Gurkhas to monarchy, civil war, migration, corruption and the frustrations that have shaped modern Nepal.Plus:• Republic Day reflections• Everest Day and the legacy of Hillary and Tenzing• Why 1,500 Nepalis were leaving the country every dayThe Gen Z protests that changed NepalFrom monarchy to republic: a rapid history of modern NepalThis episode also includes extensive show notes, source material, videos and links to the stories behind the headlines.Show notes:https://www.notesfromnepal.com/episode-01-how-did-nepal-get-hereEmail:[email protected]:Oxford Ouds - use code NOTESFROMNEPAL20 for 20% off at https://www.oxfordouds.co.uk