I don't think the King should be running the country, let me begin with this personal statement. The nation should be run by only those who are fairly elected as the representatives of the citizens. The system of government should be open not closed. Democracy in Nepal pretty much existed only on speeches. Democracy for the most part was nothing more than rhetoric and a magi khane bhado. Maoist issue is a socio-economic issue and cannot be solved with political slogans. However, it takes several years for socio-economic measures to show tangible effects. This is where significance of political process comes into play. Political processes should pave the way for socio-economic development. Political parties in Nepal are running through quite a parochial idealism. National interest is nothing more than a concept like democracy for the so called leaders. The king who has never been tested by the people introduces himself as the reflection of his citizens. I don't understand this. Almost all those so called leaders (bunch of them were elected representatives) wag their tails in front of the king. Why? I don't understand this as well. If they are backed by the people, why are they subdued in front of a symbolic force? These political parties should have been together for the national interest and deliver their decisions to the king not seek his blessings. If the king does not agree with what the representatives of the people say, let him do what he can do. He won't be able to do a thing. About the peace talk with Maoists. What is there to talk about? The govenment should offer initiatives for the Maoists to come to the table. What is there to bargain? This must be clear. It is absurd to think that one press release from Prachanda settles Maoists movement. The nation is going through a rough period. Whether the crown remains at Hanumandhoka or at the museum is not the real issue now. The question that we need to deal with right now is how can we uplift our badly ailing socio-economic condition. Political quarters should lead the way now. Peace is vital for any political, or socio-ecomoic process to move on. Right now peace is heavily dependent upon Maoists. If palace wants peace, it should listen to Maoists. Maoists are also patriotic Nepalis as most of us. I denouce their cruelty, and violence but the cause of their movement cannot be ignored.