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Nepal's Protests: Discontent with Corruption and Monarchy

Violent street protests in Nepal reflect public anger over corruption and a desire for the restoration of the constitutional monarchy.

March 30, 2025

Key Points

  • 1Protests in Nepal involved supporters of the restoration of the constitutional monarchy.
  • 2Friday's rally saw clashes with police, resulting in three deaths and 110 arrests.
  • 3Former King Gyanendra Shah has been issuing messages expressing concern over Nepal's situation.
  • 4The former King's appeal on February 18, 2025, received a huge response in Pokhara.
  • 5Former PMs Prachanda and Madhav Nepal warned Shah not to reclaim the throne.
  • 6The protests indicate public anger against corruption and alleged scams involving politicians.

Important Terms

NepalProtestsMonarchyCorruptionGyanendra Shah
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Last Updated: 6/25/2025