Nepal, Sept. 17 -- Nepal is again experiencing political upheaval, this time through the Gen-Z movement. Led largely by young people, it has rattled governance structures and forced the country to confront critical questions about democracy, accountability and the future of federalism. The movement, however, is more than just a protest. It channels frustration with corruption, exclusion and the stranglehold of entrenched elites. At its core, it carries a deeper demand: To make governance genuinely people-centred.

For decades, political parties have been dominated by a handful of senior leaders who control everything-from candidate selection to government policy-while sidelining grassroots voices. Party members are rarely permitted to spe...