The recent political upheaval in Nepal, sparked by youth protests against social media bans and corruption, quickly escalated into a crisis. Within a mere two days, the situation deteriorated to the point where Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli was compelled to resign. Consequently, Nepal is now under military control. This shift follows Nepal’s transition from a monarchy to a democracy 17 years ago, with calls for a return to the monarchy now echoing. However, this situation mirrors a broader trend. Several democratic nations worldwide have witnessed a weakening of their democratic institutions over the past year, as highlighted by the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (IDEA)’s ‘The Global State of Democracy 2025’ report.
