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Area of Science:

  • Sociology
  • Cultural Studies
  • Criminology

Background:

  • Nepal's Caste Based Discrimination and Untouchability Act (2011) criminalizes discrimination.
  • Societal stigma and family refusal of inter-caste marriages remain prevalent.
  • Newspaper reports indicate ongoing caste-based discrimination incidents.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the persistent issue of caste-based discrimination in Nepal.
  • To present a case study illustrating the severe consequences of inter-caste relationship stigma.
  • To underscore the gap between legal provisions and social realities regarding caste.

Main Methods:

  • Case study analysis of a tragic incident involving a young couple.
  • Review of existing legislation (Caste Based Discrimination and Untouchability Act, 2011).
  • Analysis of newspaper reports on caste-based discrimination.

Main Results:

  • A young couple reportedly ended their lives due to their inter-caste relationship.
  • Preliminary investigations point to the relationship as the primary cause.
  • This case exemplifies the extreme social pressures faced by inter-caste couples.

Conclusions:

  • Legal prohibitions alone are insufficient to eradicate caste-based discrimination.
  • Deep-seated societal attitudes in Nepal continue to negatively impact inter-caste relationships.
  • Urgent need for comprehensive social and cultural interventions to address caste stigma.