Editorial | No party is free of blame for weakening federalism
Summary
Nepal's legacy political parties have weakened federalism through unstable provincial governments and failure to implement key laws, while the Rastriya Swatantra Party proposes reforms that spark controversy and withdrawal from key panels.
Key Points
- Legacy parties in Nepal have weakened federalism through unstable provincial governments and failure to enact necessary laws.
- Following the 2017 elections, provincial governments frequently changed, reflecting instability tied to federal coalition shifts.
- Nepali Congress and CPN-UML have been accused of controlling provinces from Kathmandu, limiting provincial autonomy.
- The Rastriya Swatantra Party proposed abolishing provincial assemblies and partyless local units, facing criticism and withdrawal from constitutional amendment panels.
