KATHMANDU, Feb. 5 -- In ancient times, when there was no legal system, the societies of Nepal were based on the belief system in the divine power, which manifested in the form of worshiping of deities and idols. Since time immemorial, Nepal has been enriched with unique cultural artifacts that reflect its history, origin, and the way of life. The cultural artifacts have been shaped with distinct characteristics of each dynasty, signifying historical achievements and the development of society.

The Lichhavi and medieval artifacts, idols, statues, manuscripts, and paintings are unique and famous worldwide. Due to its artistic uniqueness, these artifacts have been stolen time and again. There is no data about how many cultural heritages hav...