The Challenge to Democracy in Nepal

The Challenge to Democracy in Nepalcovers the history of Nepal from the Medieval/Early Modern period up to the present day. Louise Brown gives particular emphasis to contemporary Nepal, providing an analysis of the elections of May 1991 and the current political scene. The Transition to Democracy in Nepalprovides an examination of Nepal's economic and environmental problems, including overpopulation, deforestation, general corruption, and trade difficulties with India. She also discusses the decline of tourism, which has occurred as a result of crime and political disorder in Nepal.