Internal Democracy and Worker Respect in Nepali Congress
Summary
Internal democracy in the Nepali Congress should give workers fair participation, respect, and a voice in decision-making, not just symbolic membership. The article argues for transparent membership, fair conventions, balanced factional politics, and equal opportunities for women, poorer members, and new entrants.
Key Points
- The article says the Nepali Congress’s 15th General Convention should put internal democracy and worker respect at the center of debate.
- It argues that party workers need fair membership processes, access to information, participation in decisions, and grievance mechanisms.
- The piece warns against factional control, arbitrary discipline, and dependence on personal proximity to leaders for opportunities.
- It calls for more inclusive participation for women, poorer members, people with disabilities, and new entrants to the party.
