Alternative politics in Nepal: Contributions to state accountability-public responsibility balance

Over the past decades, the country experienced a tumultuous transition to democracy. The Maoist insurgency and the end of the monarchy established a democratic republic of Nepal. Despite holding several rounds of elections and promulgating a new constitution, Nepal has struggled to establish a stable and functional democratic system.

While corruption is rife, political parties and leaders have been accused of using dirty tactics to gain and maintain power, including vote-buying, intimidation and violence. It means the status of state accountability in Nepal is poor whereas the public can also be held responsible for flagging the avoidance of responsibility.