Opinion | Keeping the ballot from becoming a crown
Summary
The article discusses the dangers of concentrating executive power in Nepal, emphasizing the importance of federalism, constitutional restraints, and shared governance to protect plural societies and prevent elected authoritarianism.
Key Points
- Nepal risks centralizing power in a directly elected chief executive, resembling a form of elected monarchy.
- The United States constitutional design provides safeguards against authoritarianism through federalism, independent judiciary, legislature, and vigilant citizens.
- Federalism is essential for protecting the identity, culture, and sovereignty of Nepal's plural societies and for effective self-government.
- Weak provincial governance in Nepal undermines federalism and the dignity of federating units, risking socio-political instability.
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