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Despite their energy, youth movements face entrenched political structures. Mongolia, for example, transitioned peacefully from a communist regime to democracy in 1990 but continues to be dominated by political elites, with the same political parties in power. Elections are regular, yet voters often encounter vote-buying and cronyism, which perpetuate corruption.
Nepal, after a brief democratic upheaval and a revolution against the monarchy, still suffers from political patronage and inefficiency. The young protesters understand that changing governments is only part of the solution; systemic reforms are necessary to establish real accountability and equal opportunities.