Change begins at home

The way the government functions is a reflection on Nepali society.

Pouring frustration over how the government functions has become commonplace of life in Nepal. Not criticising the government, given its performance, is undoubtedly a test of patience—as if this act of restraint shows how one has mastered the basics of meditation. But Nepalis shouldn’t be surprised at the current state of affairs. The government has just done what Nepali society across the spectrum generally chooses to do, particularly in three key areas.