Practices of Self-Censorship Among Nepali Journalists

Abstract

Although Nepal has entered a new era of democracy and press freedom since 2006, self-censorship still exists in the reporting/editing of many Nepali journalists. Nepal has more than 100 years of press history, most of it has faced pressure from the government if not censorship. Drawing upon interviews with journalists, the chapter demonstrates how self-censorship is being practised in Nepali media houses as a result of state power, the culture of impunity, commercial interests, and political inclination of journalists. While highlighting these agents, the chapter also aims to explain the difference in practices of self-censorship by gender and type of news media.

The new equation of South Asia region: The rising role of China in Nepal's foreign policy

“…Although the Nepalese government, led by the NC at the time, tried to stay silent, the left-wing leaders publicly criticized India (H Ojha, 2015). The border blockade issue prompted the Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist – Leninist) to withdraw support for the NC and once again turned to reunite with the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist Centre) to form a new government (Koirala, 2015). It clearly reflects the different views on foreign policy toward India between the Nepali Congress and the left-wing parties during that time.…”