Post-Election Review Highlights Need for Sweeping Reforms in Nepal's Electoral System
Summary
A recent post-election study in Nepal highlights the urgent need for sweeping reforms including fixed election dates, social media conduct codes, and technological improvements like electronic voting machines.
Key Points
- A study by Chetana Project highlights the necessity of radical policy reforms in Nepal's electoral system after the recent House of Representatives election.
- The report calls for constitutional fixation of election dates and new laws to control hate speech and disinformation on social media during elections.
- Recommendations include stopping candidates from changing parties post-election announcement, including civic education in school curricula, and ensuring internal democracy within political parties.
- Technological measures such as electronic voting machines, advance voting for Nepalis abroad, and an open list system for proportional representation are proposed to modernize elections.
