Language Commission calls for use of Nepali language in embossed number plates

Summary

The Language Commission has urged the government to use Nepali language written in Devanagari script on embossed vehicle number plates as mandated by the Constitution and the Supreme Court ruling.

Key Points
  • The Language Commission emphasized using Nepali language in embossed vehicle number plates.
  • Article 7 (1) of Nepal's Constitution makes Nepali the official government language.
  • The Commission opposed the use of English-only number plates.
  • The Supreme Court ruled embossed number plates must be in Nepali language.
  • The Commission urged all government levels to comply with constitutional provisions.
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