Rastriya Swatantra Party Adopts 'Social Democracy' as Guiding Principle
Summary
Rastriya Swatantra Party has adopted social democracy as its guiding principle during its first general convention, shifting from constitutional socialism and emphasizing a mixed, pragmatic political approach.
Key Points
- Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) adopted social democracy as its guiding principle at its first general convention in Chitwan.
- Chairman Rabi Lamichhane emphasized a mixed ideological approach that prioritizes practicality over rigid frameworks.
- Political experts view the shift as an attempt to position the party in a middle ground politically, blending elements from left and right ideologies.
- RSP also supports moving towards a directly elected executive system and a fully proportional electoral system.
