Ministry Seeks More Time to Finalize Name Change for Intangible Cultural Heritage Bill

Summary

The Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation has requested more time to finalize the name change for the Intangible Cultural Heritage (Conservation) Bill amid lawmaker debates.

Key Points
  • The Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation requested an extension to finalize the name change for the Intangible Cultural Heritage Bill.
  • Lawmakers demanded replacing the term 'Abhautik' with 'Amurt' in the bill's title to better reflect Nepali language and culture.
  • CPN lawmaker Madan Kumari Sah suggested the bill's name should be shortened and more appropriate to its intent.
  • Committee Chairperson Tulsakumari Dahal noted that budget allocation is necessary for effective implementation and emphasized federal authority in treaty signing.
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