Nepal is a country of rich socio-cultural diversity. Concentrating upon particular geographic pockets or regions, 23.2 million people of more than 60-caste or ethnic groups are peacefully living in the country. Diversity in terms of ethnicity, language, cultures and religion and harmony as well as peaceful coexistence are the characteristic feature of Nepalese society. From the very early period the migrants from the east, the north and the south entered the land and settled there with the natives. They are the Nepalese people ethnically, all native Nepalese representing different group fall either in Indo-Aryan or Tibeto-Burman family. The Bramhins, Kshytriyas, Newars, Tamangs, Thakuris, Tharus, Dhimals, Yadavs, Rais, Limbus, Sherpas, Gurrungs, Magars, Thakalis are some of the major sects of Nepalese Society.

Nepal's foreign policy objectives are guided by the principles enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations and the nonalignment. As such, Nepal enjoys cordial relations with all the countries of the world. This is also manifested by the expansion of diplomatic relations which has reached 113 countries in 1999. Through 18 residential embassies, 4 consulates and numerous honorary consul generals/ consuls abroad, Nepal is striving to consolidate bilateral and multilateral relations with friendly countries and international organizations.