What Can Nepal Learn from the Gen-Z Direct Democracy Movement?

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After the Kalanki and Maitighar protests, Gen Z crowds have been rallying for direct democracy. When the government attempted to block social media, young activists moved to Discord and elected an interim leader to coordinate protests. They argue that entrenched elites mismanage resources and that the only way to curb corruption is to let people vote directly on major policies, similar to Switzerland’s system of citizens’ initiatives and referendums. However, critics worry about populism and the complexity of large‑scale referendums. What can Nepal learn from this Gen Z uprising? Could a hybrid system empower citizens without destabilising governance? Share your thoughts.