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Student Protests in Nepal Turn Deadly — Level A1 — Group of men in traditional nepali hats and clothing

Student Protests in Nepal Turn DeadlyCEFR A1

14 Oct 2025

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Adapted from Supriya Thapa, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0

Photo by Sushanta Rokka, Unsplash

Level A1 – Beginner
2 min
71 words
  • In early September 2025 protests began.
  • Students led large demonstrations in Nepal's cities.
  • Police fired into crowds in Kathmandu.
  • At least 19 people were dead.
  • Protests started over a social media ban.
  • Hospitals filled with injured students in uniforms.
  • The government shut mobile networks and imposed curfew.
  • The Home Minister resigned and the cabinet reversed ban.
  • President appointed Sushila Karki as interim prime minister.
  • New elections are planned for March 2026.

Difficult words

  • protest — A demonstration against something unfair.
    protested, protests
  • democracy — A way of governing with free elections.
  • justice — Fair treatment for everyone.
  • corruption — Dishonest behavior by those in power.
  • violence — Use of force to hurt people.

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Discussion questions

  • What do you think about the protests in Nepal?
  • Why is democracy important for young people?
  • How can people address corruption?

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