Nepali Congress declines to join constitutional amendment task force, demands clarity from government
Summary
The Nepali Congress has declined to join the government's constitutional amendment task force, demanding clarity on its methodology and objectives before considering participation.
Key Points
- The Nepali Congress chose not to send a representative to the government's constitutional amendment task force, opting to submit its position via letter.
- The Congress emphasizes the constitution as a historic compromise reflecting the aspirations of the Nepalese people and supports democratic amendments as necessary.
- The party demands clarity from the government on the task force's methodology, scope, inclusivity measures, and engagement with marginalized groups.
- The Nepali Congress seeks a public commitment from the ruling party to uphold core constitutional values before participating meaningfully.
