Well first, while i was reading the article i assumed kumari to be ex-kumari , if it is indeed a ex kumari i don't think that fair to put restrictions on her movement. But if it is the present kumari then i respect the decision although it is tough. Kumari, no doubt have no choice in being kumari. She is a little chid who does not know anything. But as a token of her hardship, she is bestowed with the title of living godess- the Kumari. With title comes the responsibility. And as the matter of tradition is concern, it is the tradition that made us who we are. It certainly is not good for kumari to loose her title, But i had to say, the judgement is unbiased. America is no place for Living Godesses. If kumari comes to america, there would be no need for americans(foreigners) to come to nepal any more. We are loosing tourist. (just a thought)