Ban on Political Parties & Socio-Economic Achievements from 2007-2017 B.S.

Failure of the government of B.P Koirala

The government of BP Koirala could only rule for 18 months. The reasons for the failure of the government are:

1. Sharp critics and the opposition party requested the king to dismiss the government.
2. The ruling party neglected the voice of the people and the opposition.
3. There was an internal conflict in the ruling party.
4. King Mahendra was a power lover and he wanted to rule the country directly.
5. There was lawlessness insecurity which helped King Mahendra to dissolve the government.
6. Parties were involved in fulfilling their personal interest.

Blames imposed by the King before dissolving the government

The power was used to fulfill personal interest of the individuals keeping the nation and the people aside.

1. No rules and laws were respected by the people and the parties.
2. The government tried to make the administration weak as they worked for their personal benefits forgetting people's sentiment and interest.
3. Corruption was increased because of the misuse of the power and authority.
4. The government failed to maintain peace and order in the country.
5. Anti-national elements increased and national unity was threatened.

King Mahendra, who didn't like the multi-party democracy, took the opportunity on Poush 1, 2017 B.S. and made a speech broadcast on the radio announcing his takeover.

"Because of the misuse of the authority, corruption has increased, and there is anarchy in the nation so that national unity is threatened. Random economic decisions have caused instability. In order to protect national unity, create peace and cooperation and to save the whole country we are forced to act according to Article 55 of the constitution and will suspend the cabinet, both houses of parliament and the party system. We will take sole responsibility as laid down in article 55 until a new system is put in place. With good wishes and support from all Nepalese, good governance will prove to be possible."

This announcement hijacked the democracy the Nepali people fought for years through blood, sweat and sacrifice. This day is remembered as Black Day in Nepalese history. The ban on political parties was also put into effect. The king had arrested Prime Minister BP Koirala, the ministers, and other leaders and put them in prison 4 hours prior to the announcement. Curfew was put outside the royal palace every night then onwards. This royal act is called the coup of 2017 BS. On Poush 1, 2017 BS he announced partyless Panchayat system.

Social and Economic Achievements from 2007 B.S. to 2017 B.S.

1. Establishment of various friendly and diplomatic relations with foreign countries.
2. The Radio Nepal started its broadcasting service.
3. Establishment of Padma Kanya Multiple Campus, the first women college of Nepal in Bagbazar.
4. Paropakar Anathalaya was established by Dayabir Singh Kansakar.
5. Many english medium schools were established. Similarly, the number of schools reached 4191 whereas, during Rana regime, the number of schools was only 335.
6. Supreme Court was established.
7. Law college was established.
8. Tribhuvan University was established.
9. Nepal became a member of the United Nations Organization (UNO) on 14^th December 1955 A.D.
10. The first elected government under Bishweshwar Prasad Koirala (B.P. Koirala) was formed.
11. Multiparty democratic system was practiced.
12. The first democratic constitution was formed.
13. Hetauda ropeway began operation.
14. Highways were built in Nepal.

Economic Achievements

1. 5 Year Plan started for the first time from 22^nd Aswin 2012 B.S. and implemented from 2013 B.S.
2. Provision of Annual Budget started from 2008 B.S.
3. Mohiyani Hak (Farmer’s Rights to land) was  introduced from 17^th Bhadra 2013 B.S.
4. Nepal Rastra Bank (14^th Baishakh 2013 B.S.) and Agricultural Development Bank was started.
5. Tribhuvan Highway was constructed.
6. Telephone and telegram services were started.
7. The forest was nationalized.
8. The system of Birta was abolished from2016 B.S.
9. Through NIDC (Nepal Industrial Development Corporation) establishment of industries was encouraged.

    

Question: If you were a member of political party, what programs would you launch against King Mahendra's action?

Answer:

1. I would aware people to protest against the king's undemocratic step.
2. I would organize a mass protest rally against the step of the king.
3. I would distribute posters, pamphlets to aware people.
4. I would inspire people so that they would create strong protest without having the fear of being jailed.