Does Nepal Have Original 1816, 1950 Treaty Copies? FM Khanal Gives Unclear Answer

Summary

Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal says the government is unsure whether Nepal holds the original copies of the 1816 Sugauli Treaty and the 1950 Nepal-India treaty, though some related documents exist at the National Archives.

Key Points
  • The government says it is not certain whether Nepal has the original copies of the 1816 Sugauli Treaty and the 1950 Nepal-India treaty.
  • Some documents related to the treaties are available at the National Archives.
  • Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal gave an unclear answer on the issue in Kathmandu.
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