Removing the statute of limitations for rape isn’t enough. What does Nepal need after that?

The one-year statute of limitations for rape and sexual assault must be waived. However, this is insufficient to stem the tide of rape cases. Policy intervention aimed at changing patriarchal beliefs at the grassroots level is also required, in addition to stricter laws .

The #MeToo movement in Nepal has been reignited thanks to a single girl’s bravery in speaking out about the horrifying incidents she faced as a minor. Her bravery has emboldened other sexual assault survivors to tell their tales, both publicly and discreetly. Her tenacity has mostly highlighted flaws in our judicial system and sparked innumerable conversations about rape culture and sexual assault.