Rastriya Swatantra Party Accused of Violating Child Rights by Enrolling Minors as Members
Summary
The Rastriya Swatantra Party in Nepal has enrolled over 35,000 children under 18 as party members, violating the constitution and child rights laws. Legal advocates and child rights organizations have strongly condemned the practice and demanded immediate correction to comply with the law.
Key Points
- Rastriya Swatantra Party has enrolled 35,257 children under 18 as members, violating Nepal's constitution and laws.
- Nepali law and the Political Parties Act require members to be at least 18 years old.
- Child rights advocates highlight violations of Nepal's Children Act, the Constitution, and international conventions like the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
- Stakeholders warn that failure to correct this could lead to international scrutiny and legal consequences including fines and imprisonment.
