Political consensus first priority for statute amendment
Summary
Political leaders and legal experts are calling for broad consensus before amending Nepal’s constitution, with the government already forming a task force to gather suggestions and prepare a discussion paper. Speakers say any changes should focus on governance, federalism and rights while protecting the constitution’s progressive gains.
Key Points
- The government has formed a task force led by Prime Minister’s Political Adviser Asim Shah to prepare a discussion paper on constitutional amendment and gather national suggestions.
- Experts and lawmakers say political consensus is essential before any constitutional changes, with some calling for a broad review of governance, federalism and judicial restructuring.
- Former attorneys general and political leaders argue that amendments should clearly define their scope and fix implementation flaws without reducing existing rights.
