Kathmandu, Jan. 29 -- If there is one thing that has been consistently true for the Nepali public, it is that despite war, corruption and governance failure, they are inherent optimists. They see the good even in politicians and bureaucrats who do not deserve it.

Ever since Himalmedia (the publisher of Nepali Times) started conducting public opinion surveys in 2004, respondents have shown dissatisfaction with Nepal's rulers, a majority voting 'None of the Above' when asked for their party preference. Yet, in annual polls after that, they have always been hopeful about the future.

It still seems to be the case. The results of the latest public opinion poll by Sharecast Initiative show that most Nepalis are fed up with the chronic poor pe...