Senior Advocate Tika Ram Bhattarai Alleges Government Attacks Constitution's Basic Structures
Summary
Senior advocate Tika Ram Bhattarai has accused the government of attacking the constitution’s basic structures, including federalism, republicanism, secularism, and inclusivity. Speaking in Kathmandu on Constitution Day, he said constitutional amendments are possible but should not weaken fundamental rights, the independent judiciary, or democracy.
Key Points
- Tika Ram Bhattarai said the government is attacking the constitution’s basic structures and should operate within constitutional limits.
- He argued that federalism, republic, secularism, inclusivity, an independent judiciary, human rights, and periodic elections cannot be removed through amendments.
- Bhattarai said the current government lacks the mandate to amend the constitution unless a party wins public support for that agenda and secures a two-thirds majority.
- He also criticized the government’s appointments, saying inclusivity and federal balance are not reflected in recent ambassadorial, vice-chancellor, and advisory selections.
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