Asian Theological Seminary, affiliated with Asia Evangelical College & Seminary Bangalore and formerly known as AECS Nepal, is an evangelical, non-denominational Seminary. Christianity, introduced in Nepal by Jesuit missionaries in the 18th century, was banned under the Rana regime until 1951. Limited religious freedom after 1952 and democracy in 1990 led to rapid church growth, with churches emerging in nearly every village and city. However, the lack of sound theological training has caused doctrinal challenges, highlighting the importance of institutions like Asian Theological Seminary in equipping leaders and strengthening the church.