Caste, class and power relationship in Federal Republic Nepal

Abstract

This study explores the multidimensional aspects of the caste, class and opportunity in post federal Nepal. They are related, connected, associated, embeddedness and impacted to each other. Discrimination and exclusion evolved in new forms and names. Federalism itself is not sufficient for social transformation. This study implied secondary sources for data, presentation and analysis. Caste based and class-based discrimination in power and access in resource as well as position in decision making. Class and ethnic disparities in education, livelihoods and social capital have further prevented the realization of equality of opportunity. Overall, federalism has not been an adequate instrument for social justice and inclusive democracy. The study concludes that multi-faceted policy reforms, decentralization of power and structural interventions are indispensable for long-term social transformation.