Discrimination in Rural Areas of Nepal Radhika Rana and her family have been branded “The Untouchables of the Untouchables” by everyone they know in the Badi Community, ever since Radhika can remember. This cruelty stemmed from caste-based discrimination that looked down on people based on superficial traits such as skin tone. Despite the caste-based system… Read more »
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Rupa – The First Woman To Own Land In The Village
Property Rights in Nepal Access to ownership of land is strongly linked to more sustainable land use, less conflict and social stability. Without formal property registration, people are threatened with eviction. Investing in building a good house is then pointless. In February 2021, the Land Act came into force in Nepal. Thanks to this law,… Read more »
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