Private schools announce series of protests over Education Bill
Summary
Private and Residential Schools’ organizations in Nepal have announced a series of protests against provisions in the School Education Bill, demanding repeal of certain rules including scholarship distribution and non-profit operation clauses.
Key Points
- Private and Residential Schools’ Organization Nepal (PABSON) and National Private and Residential Schools’ Association Nepal (NPABSON) announced protest programs over the School Education Bill.
- Protests begin on August 21 with demonstrations and continue until demands are met, with no activities on August 23.
- Demands include removing 'full scholarship' term, repealing provisions for non-educational item provisions, and non-profit operation for schools under the Company Act.
- An escalation to closing schools and intensified protests is planned if demands are not met by August 24.
