Over 100 Young Lawmakers Elected to Parliament Following Recent General Elections
Summary
Over 100 young lawmakers aged 25 to 40 have been elected to Nepal's House of Representatives through recent general elections, signaling a significant youth presence in the federal parliament.
Key Points
- More than 100 young parliamentarians aged 25 to 40 were elected to Nepal's House of Representatives in the recent elections.
- 61 youths were elected via first-past-the-post and 41 via proportional representation systems.
- The youth representation aligns with the National Youth Policy's definition of youth as those aged 16 to 40.
- The Nepali Prime Minister Balen Shah is a young leader aged 36, highlighting youth involvement in leadership.
