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Determinants and social impact of migration in Diprung Chuichumma rural municipality Khotang
(2026) Basnet, Sabita; Sudep Singh Nakarmi
The present study examines the determinants and social impact of internal migration in Diprung Chuichumma Rural Municipality-3, Khotang. The main objective of this study was to identify and analyze the key social determinants of migration and to examine the resulting social impact on households and the community left behind. This study is guided by the philosophical approach of social constructivism, which views migration as a multidimensional social process created by human experience and interaction. The study employed a qualitative research design to examine the determinants of internal migration and its social impact in Diprung Chuichumma Rural Municipality -3, Khotang. Qualitative methods were primarily used for data collection, which included field observation, focus group discussions, and key informant interviews. In addition, for the purpose of data collection, a total number of 105 households were selected as the sample from 462 households in the ward consisting of 80 migrant households and 25 non-migrant households.
The data collected from both primary and secondary sources were analyzed using descriptive and analytical methods. The findings showed that migration was mainly influenced by push and pull factors. Key push factors included a lack of employment opportunities, inadequate quality of education, limited healthcare services, poor infrastructure, agricultural labor shortages, and environmental vulnerabilities. Conversely, pull factors included expectations of better employment and business opportunities, access to quality education and health services, transportation facilities, safer living environments, and support from relatives and social networks. Migration was found to be selective, with a higher tendency among the youth and economically active population groups.
The social impacts of migration in Diprung Chuichumma Rural Municipality were found to be diverse and far-reaching. Migration has brought significant changes to the demographic structure, resulting in a population decline and an increasing proportion of elderly individuals and women remaining in the village. The out migration of working-age individuals has created a shortage of labor, particularly affecting the agricultural sector, where many farmlands remain uncultivated and productivity has declined. Migration has also influenced the education sector; the vi number of students in local schools has decreased due to families moving to urban areas to send their children to cities for quality educational opportunities. Similarly, migration has also affected physical infrastructure and settlements, leaving many houses vacant and in a deteriorating condition, which has weakened community cohesion. This study contributes academically by providing localized empirical evidence and integrating multiple theoretical perspectives on migration. Policy-wise, the findings emphasize the need for place-based development interventions, employment creation, and social protection measures to address the root causes of migration and mitigate its adverse social impacts.
Exploring perceptions of high-altitude climbing guides from Magar community in Nepal
(2026) Thapa Magar, Tilak Bahadur; Prajwal Man Pradhan
The history of mountain tourism in Nepal is closely linked with the Sherpa community, mainly because of their strong reputation and success in climbing high mountains, including Mount Everest. However, in recent years, guides from various ethnic groups have also become active in this climbing sector. Among them, Magar climbers and guides have been involved in climbing high Himalayan peaks and helping clients reach the summit. They also play an important role in promoting adventure tourism and supporting Nepal’s economy. Despite their hard work and contributions, they are not properly recognized for the real challenges they face in the mountains. This study explores their experiences by focusing on their career paths, challenges, and achievements so far.
The researcher used a qualitative method and an ethnographic approach to collect in depth data. One-on-one semi-structured interviews were conducted with 20 Magar guides who have climbed peaks above 6000 meters, including Dhaulagiri and Mount Everest. The main aim was to understand how their careers develop, the opportunities and difficulties they face. The collected data were analyzed using thematic analysis to identify common themes, including career opportunities, professional identity, and access to training.
The findings show that Magar guides play key roles in ensuring safety, managing logistics, and supporting clients during high-Himalaya expeditions. For them, success means not only reaching the summit but also returning safely. However, many Magar guides struggle to access advanced training and certification, uneven job opportunities, and hidden cultural discrimination - a major challenge that deserves more attention in the future.
Educational Journey of a Female English Language Teacher from Dalit Family of a Remote Village in Mugu District
(2025) B.K, Sangita; Resham Acharya
This study entitled Educational Journey of a Female English Language Teacher from Dalit Family of a Remote Village in Mugu District explored the
lived experiences of a Dalit woman from a mountainous, under-resourced rural background in Nepal, navigating personal and academic challenges as an English language learner. Employing auto-ethnography as a research design, the study narrates critical reflection on the journey of learning and teaching English, focusing personal and professional transformation grounded on transformative and sociocultural learning theories. I, as the sole participant, analyzed data through reflective narratives adopting thematic approach. The findings of the study reveal that despite poverty,
discrimination, and limited resources, my motivation, inspired by family, teachers, and inner resilience, facilitated my transformation into an English teacher from the learner. The study also shows that the academic grades and rural contexts do not hindertrans formative learning and underscores the role of self-reflection in shaping professiona identity and empowering others. The thesis consists of five chapters. The first chapter consists of introduction, background of the study, statement of the problem, objectives of the study, research questions, significance of the study, delimitations of the study and operational definition of key terms. The review of theoretical and empirical literature, implication of the study and conceptual framework are included in second chapter. The methods and procedures of the study incorporate research design, study population, sampling
procedure, data collection tools, study area, data collection procedure, analysis and interpretation are in third one. Result, summary and discussion, are presented in chapter four. At last, findings, conclusions and recommendations are included in chapter five.