Nepal's enthronement of 2-year-old Aryatara Shakya as the new Kumari represents a beautiful return to cultural normalcy after weeks of protests. This 2,300-year-old tradition brings immense joy to thousands of devotees who believe touching her feet brings good fortune. The rigorous selection process ensures only the most spiritually qualified candidates become living embodiments of goddess Taleju.
The Kumari tradition forces innocent children into isolation, stripping them of normal childhood experiences and basic freedoms. These girls cannot touch the ground, play outside, or interact with other children during their most critical developmental years. This practice violates fundamental child rights by confining young girls to designated premises under restrictive rules that damage their mental health and social development.
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