Social Traditions of Nepal

The geographical diversity with different climatic conditions and difficult transport and communication have resulted in the social and cultural diversity. The geography of a country has a big hand in developing diverse communities, castes, ethnic groups having different customs, traditions and beliefs.

People of different races, castes, ethnic groups and communities such as Brahmin, Chhetri, Magar, Newar, Rai, Limbu, Gurung, Tharu, Tamang, Sherpa, Thakali, Yadav, Rajbanshi, Dhimal and Muslim live in different parts of our country.

Unity in diversity is another speciality of the Nepalese culture and tradition. People of different ethnic groups have their own cultures, mother tongues, festivals, songs, dances, dressess, customs, rites and rituals.

Though there is diversity in culture, there is unity in traditions, social values and norms. For example, we all share the common tradition of respecting the seniors, loving the juniors. We regard parents and teachers as God. We all welcome our guests. We respect all the religions equally. We are always ready to help each other when needed. Above all , we love our nation and nationhood.

Different communities and ethnic groups having different languages, religions, customs and traditions are living together. All these people share the common characteristics of love , peace and feeling of brotherhood and cooperation.