Children misused in electioneering despite promises
Summary
Children were widely misused in political activities during Nepal's March 5 elections despite commitments to prevent this, including participation in rallies, carrying flags, and featuring in digital campaign content.
Key Points
- Children were involved in various political activities during the March 5 elections, including rallies, carrying flags, and distributing campaign materials.
- Children appeared in promotional videos and social media content supporting parties or candidates, raising concerns about privacy and consent.
- The report urges political parties to refrain from using children in campaigns and calls for stronger legal provisions and enforcement by the Election Commission.
- Recommendations include protecting schools as politically neutral zones, raising public awareness, and developing guidelines for child protection during elections.
