The Impact of the British Empire in Nepal

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The essay examines the impact of significant job cuts in the British Army, particularly on the Gurkha Brigade, as reported by the BBC in January 2012. It highlights the longstanding issues faced by Gurkha soldiers, including poor working conditions and significantly lower salaries compared to their British counterparts, earning only about one third of what British soldiers make. Additionally, it discusses the disparity in pensions, which further illustrates the challenges and inequalities experienced by Gurkha soldiers within the British military framework.