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Rastriya Swatantra Party’s newly elected lawmaker Sobita Gautam in her victory rally, in Kathmandu, on Wednesday, November 23, 2022. Photo: Chandra Bahadur Ale Alternative politics refers to the emergence of new political forces that challenge traditional power structures and offer alternative visions of governance. In Nepal, alternative politics has been gaining traction in recent years, especially among the younger generation. The Maoist insurgency in the early 2000s marked a significant shift in Nepal’s political landscape, leading to the overthrow of the monarchy and the establishment of a republic. However, the political parties that emerged after the insurgency failed to address the underlying issues of inequality, corruption, and discrimination, which continue to plague Nepali society. Consequently, alternative political parties and movements are emerging to challenge the political establishment’s dominance, offering some hope and opportunities. Yet they too are not free f...