Nepal High Court Rules NGOs are 'Public Entities' Obligated to Disclose Internal and Financial Data
Summary
The Patan High Court ruled that NGOs in Nepal are classified as public entities and must disclose internal and financial information to citizens, affirming transparency obligations under the Right to Information Act.
Key Points
- The Patan High Court ruled NGOs as public entities obligated to disclose internal and financial data.
- Blue Diamond Society was ordered to provide five years of records after initially refusing.
- The court upheld the National Information Commission's decision mandating transparency.
- The ruling strengthens transparency and accountability for NGOs operating in Nepal.
