Nepal election: Is the monarchy still a force, two decades after ouster? | Elections

Former King Gyanendra Shah, who was removed from power in 2008, has been making public appearances to express his support for a constitutional monarchy. Shah's calls for consensus on the issue have reignited debates about the possibility of Nepal returning to a Hindu monarchy. The Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP), which advocates for a return to a constitutional monarchy, argues that it would provide stability and unity in Nepal. However, critics argue that this is an outdated idea and that Nepal's constitution should remain secular. Shah, who has not formally entered politics since 2008, maintains a public presence and draws support from the RPP.