Supreme Court Petition Filed Against 'Green Army Nepal' for Military-Like Uniforms and Ranks
Summary
A writ petition has been filed in the Supreme Court against Green Army Nepal, accusing it of using military-like uniforms, ranks and insignia that resemble the Nepali Army. The petition seeks to cancel government permissions and asks for clear legal standards to stop non-state groups from using security-style symbols.
Key Points
- Lawyers have filed a writ petition at the Supreme Court against Green Army Nepal over its military-like uniforms, ranks and insignia.
- The petition says the organization’s structure and public presentation could confuse citizens into thinking it is linked to the Nepali Army or other security agencies.
- It also challenges permissions allegedly granted by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of Defense and Kathmandu District Administration Office.
- The petition asks the court to cancel the approvals and set clear rules against non-government groups using security-style identities.
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