VOICED: Nepal's war missing leave lasting barrier to peace

VOICED: Nepal's war missing leave lasting barrier to peace

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10th Grade - University

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The transcript describes the harrowing experience of Parvathi, whose sons were abducted by soldiers during a civil conflict. Her family is left in anguish, hoping for news. The UN has documented numerous disappearances in Bardiya, the highest in the country, with both Maoists and military accused of crimes. Despite a Supreme Court order to investigate, families await action. The government claims commitment to forming a commission, but the UN warns of a culture of impunity. Parvathi's family clings to hope, though they fear they may never see their loved ones again.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to Parvathi's sons during the night the soldiers stormed her house?

They managed to escape.

One was killed, and the other went missing.

They were given protection by the soldiers.

They were taken to a safe place.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which district recorded the highest number of enforced disappearances during the civil war?

Lalitpur

Pokhara

Bardiya

Kathmandu

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has the Supreme Court ordered regarding the missing persons?

To provide compensation to families

To establish a committee to investigate

To arrest all military personnel

To ignore the cases

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the United Nations' concern regarding the situation in Nepal?

The environmental impact

The economic instability

The culture of impunity

The lack of international aid

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the family's hope despite the ongoing situation?

That the government will ignore their case

That both sons will be forgotten

That they will move to another country

That at least one son will return