Swati Thapa of Rastriya Prajatantra Party advocates for restoring the constitutional monarchy, removing Nepal's federal structure, and reestablishing a Hindu state. She believes most Nepalis support these changes and criticizes foreign influences for altering Nepal's cultural identity.
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