Nation-Building and Federalism in Nepal

Krishna Hachhethu's Nation-Building and Federalism in Nepal analyzes the country's profound political evolution from a unitary state to a federal democratic republic. This book examines Nepal's complex nation-building process, particularly following the 2006 Comprehensive Peace Agreement that concluded a decade-long civil conflict. Hachhethu explores the role of federalism in addressing the challenges posed by Nepal's diverse ethnic, cultural, and regional landscape, emphasizing its importance for inclusivity and decentralization among marginalized communities.Why You Should Read? Understand Nepal's political transformation, governance, and federal system. Explore the intricate relationship between ethnic identity and state-building in diverse nations. Obtain insights into post-conflict state restructuring and democratization processes. Valuable for studies in political science, governance, federalism, and South Asian geopolitics.