Everything you need to know about Nepal’s electoral system, political instability, governance structure and government changes since 2008
Summary
Nepal's mixed electoral system and frequent government changes since 2008 have contributed to political instability, highlighting the need for electoral and constitutional reforms ahead of the March 5 elections.
Key Points
- Nepal uses a mixed electoral system combining First-Past-The-Post and Proportional Representation since the 2015 constitution.
- Since 2008, Nepal has had 15 successive governments with none completing a full term, reflecting deep political instability.
- Nepal's federal governance structure created by the 2015 Constitution is large and financially burdensome, employing over 36,000 representatives across federal, provincial, and local levels.
- Constitutional amendments and electoral reforms are being considered to enhance political stability, including proposals for direct election of executives and reducing legislative membership.
