10th Election Day being observed on Thursday
Summary
Nepal observes the 10th Election Day to honor the right to vote established since the first general election in 2019 BS, with preparations ongoing for the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5.
Key Points
- The 10th Election Day commemorates the day Nepali adults first exercised their right to vote following the 2015 BS general election.
- The first general election was held on Falgun 7, 2015 BS, eight years after democracy was established in 2007 BS.
- The Election Commission is preparing for the upcoming House of Representatives election on March 5.
- Since the current constitution’s promulgation, multiple elections for House of Representatives, provincial assemblies, President, Vice President, and National Assembly members have been conducted.
