Politics is both science and art of running the government. The two forms of government are Democracy and Dictatorship. Nepal’s transformation from an autocratic monarchy to a democratic republic require the development of democratic institutions.
In the past, efforts to mobilize Nepalese youth have aimed at integrating them in the service of Nepalese politics. Half of the world’s population is now under the age of 30. According to the UNDP report Civic Engagement and Participation of Youth in Politics and Public Institutions is less than 6% of legislators worldwide.
Similarly, the average age of members of parliament is 53. Despite the fact that young people make up the majority of the world’s population, they are not at the heart of political and civic decision-making. The unfortunate reality is that young are constantly involved in political movements like rallies, protests, political involvement, or election processes and mass demonstrations.
The Nepalese Constitution, adopted in 2015, encourage young engagement in the country’s overall development. It focuses on providing new opportunities for adolescents in the areas of education and work to improve their personal growth and empowerment. Youths are the critical source of the state for a change. There is a significant gap in their representation in civic and political spaces when it comes to practices and execution.
The table has turned now, after Balen Shah and Sunita Dangol became the candidates for the post of mayor and deputy mayor. They became new hope to change the face of politics. Every citizen knew only the youths could bring irreplaceable change in politics. This is the reason why Balen Shah and Sunita Dangol won the election with majority of votes.
Nepalese must create their own path rather than relying on traditional parties and media that have never reflected their aims and aspirations.
