Constitution’s Promise Still Unfulfilled
Summary
Ten years after Nepal promulgated its constitution, experts say the real challenge is implementation rather than celebration. They argue that federalism, fundamental rights and inclusion will only matter if the required laws, institutions and political party structures are strengthened.
Key Points
- Nepal’s 2015 constitution created a federal democratic republic with three tiers of government, seven provinces and 753 local governments.
- Constitutional experts say the main challenge now is implementing the constitution through the necessary laws and institutions.
- Lawmaker Prakash Chandra Pariyar called for turning constitutional rights into real access to education, healthcare, jobs and justice.
- Bipin Adhikari said Nepal’s centralised political parties are weakening federalism and provincial mandates.
