Publication
23 Oct 2008
This report explores political developments in Nepal in the context of democratization, culminating in the 2008 elections. The author discusses Nepal's historical background and the political trajectory leading up to the Maoist win, including the collapse of the constitutional monarchy, constitutional crisis and democratic uprising. He discusses human rights concerns, the economy, ethnic strife and regional tensions as topics of concern in US policy.
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Author | Bruce Vaughn |
Series | US Congressional Research Service Reports |
Publisher | Congressional Research Service (CRS) |