What are some common themes in Nepali kid stories?

Another theme is lost love. There are stories where a lover who died still lingers as a ghost because they can't let go of their love. For example, a young man who died before he could marry his beloved might haunt the places they used to meet. Well, these stories also often involve the supernatural powers that the ghosts possess. They can move through walls, appear and disappear suddenly, and sometimes even control the minds of the living. This makes the stories both scary and fascinating.

Well, the theme of fate often plays a role in Nepali love stories. Couples are sometimes seen as being brought together by destiny. For example, they might meet in an unexpected place or situation. Social hierarchy is also a big theme. Since Nepal has a hierarchical social structure, love stories often revolve around how the couple navigates the differences in their social status. And of course, the theme of sacrifice, where one or both of the lovers are willing to give up something for the sake of their relationship.

Natural disasters play a part too. Nepal has earthquakes, floods etc. When these happen, many sad stories emerge. People lose their loved ones, homes are destroyed, and their lives are turned upside down. It takes a long time for them to recover, if they ever do fully, and during that process there are countless heart - breaking stories.

One common theme is morality. For example, stories often teach about the rewards of being good and the punishments for being bad. Just like in the story of the girl and the magical bird, kindness is rewarded.

Love is another common theme. It could be love between family members, friends or romantic love. In Nepali short stories, love is often depicted in the context of Nepali cultural values, which might be different from how it is portrayed in Western stories. For instance, love might be more intertwined with family honor or community values.

One common theme is family opposition. In Nepali culture, families play a big role, and often they might have different plans for their children which conflict with the couple's love, like in arranged marriage situations.

One common theme is the trickster character. Just like the monkey in the story I mentioned before, there are often characters who use their wits to get out of tricky situations or play pranks on others.

Family also plays a big role. In Nepali culture, family is very important. So in short love stories, the couple might have to face family expectations or gain family approval for their love. It could be that the boy has to prove himself worthy to the girl's family.

Fate also plays a big role in Nepali sad love stories. Sometimes, despite the lovers' best efforts, fate has other plans for them. For example, in some stories, natural disasters or unforeseen events come between the lovers. And then there is the theme of unrequited love, where one person loves deeply but the other is unable to return that love for various reasons.

Common themes include the powerlessness against fate. In Nepali society, there are certain traditions and expectations. Lovers often find themselves unable to fight against these. For example, arranged marriages can break a loving relationship. Another theme is the loss of innocence. The love starts out pure, but then external factors like family pressure or financial issues corrupt it, leaving the lovers sad and broken.