Nepal, July 12 -- A few weeks ago, a large group of Nepali youths took to the streets to protest against government incompetence, corruption and lack of sensitivity in the Covid-19 response. The protest clearly showed their immense love and respect for the country. At the frontline of this protest, along with brave sons of the country, were also brave Nepali daughters for whom the government has brought forward a highly discriminatory citizenship bill. When the world is moving towards gender equality as the 21st century progresses, the government here looks quite comfortable to introduce discriminatory provisions.

But why are the intellectuals in society silent about this situation? Why are they okay with this injustice? Is it that daugh...