How Gen Z-led protests put Nepal's 1st female prime minister in power
Summary
Protests led by young people in Nepal resulted in the country's first female prime minister taking office. These protests focused on issues like corruption and unemployment and led to the resignation of the previous prime minister after violent clashes.Key Facts
- Young people, especially from the Gen Z age group, led protests in Nepal.
- The protests focused on issues of government corruption and unemployment.
- During the protests, over 70 people were killed, and thousands were injured.
- The previous Prime Minister, Khadga Prasad Oli, resigned following the protests.
- Sushila Karki, a former chief justice, became Nepal's first female prime minister.
- The protests began on September 8 when violence erupted after police opened fire.
- The appointment of the new prime minister followed polls on the chat app Discord.
- Young Nepalis used social media to highlight inequalities and motivate protests.
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