Previously, a lot of fights broke out during the peak climbing season between foreign climbers and Sherpas after a dispute over mountain etiquette. They wouldn'

Previously, a lot of fights broke out during the peak climbing season between foreign climbers and Sherpas after a dispute over mountain etiquette. They wouldn't abide by the instructions of Sherpas regarding Mountain cleanliness and safety due to their amateurishness or say foolishness. Since last February, government has started stationing members of the army and police at the base camp at the 17,550ft mark, around the start of the annual climbing season. Also, unnecessary competitions were conducted between climbers to set new records- which also risked Sherpas life. Other regulations were 1. Climbers must be accompanied by a guide at all times – no solo climbs. 2. Climbers must have summited a 7,000 meter peak prior to attempting Everest. 3. People over the age of 75 are banned from climbing. 4. People who are blind are banned from climbing. 5. Double amputees are banned from climbing. 6. Helicopter rides over EBC [ *Everest Base Camp* ] are to be heavily restricted. 7. Sherpas will also get a summit certificate after the climb.