Revolution Begins Led by NC and Communist Parties.

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The Nepalese revolution was set in motion with the goal of ending the absolute monarchy and establishing a democratic system in Nepal. The main forces behind this movement were the Nepali Congress (NC) and various communist parties. The ruling monarchy, under King Birendra, faced growing dissatisfaction from the public, who were frustrated by years of autocracy, limited civil liberties, and widespread corruption. Rooted in decades of political unrest, the triggers for the uprising included lack of economic development, unemployment, and human rights abuses. The general population, including students, intellectuals, and workers, rallied behind the NC and the communists. The political strategies leveraged included mass protests, strikes, and civil disobedience. These methods aimed to cripple governance and force the monarchy into conceding power. The revolution gained momentum when security forces responded with excessive force, leading to numerous deaths and injuries among protestors. This only fueled public outrage and increased participation in the movement. The Nepali Congress and communist parties coordinated their efforts to maintain the protest’s intensity and direction. While concrete statistics on casualties remain debated, independent sources documented that dozens of lives were lost, and hundreds were injured or detained. The movement proved to be a significant force for change as it pressured King Birendra to lift the ban on political parties and call for reforms. The culmination of these efforts led to the establishment of a multiparty system and the drafting of a new constitution that limited the monarchy’s powers. The People's Movement (also known as Jana Andolan) marked a turning point in Nepal's history, signifying the people's determination to fight for democratic freedoms and rights. #NepalRevolution #PeoplesMovement #EndOfMonarchy #Democracy #MoofLife
Primary Reference: Nepal: Between a Rock and a Hard Place: II. Background
Location : Nepal
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