Debate over directly elected executive head intensifies
Summary
Debates over the introduction of a directly elected executive head intensify after Nepal's Gen Z movement toppled the government and dissolved Parliament.
Key Points
- Nepal’s Gen Z movement demands a directly elected executive head in the upcoming elections, stirring political debate.
- Constitutional experts warn that introducing such a system now would be legally complicated as the current constitution does not provide for it.
- The Maoist Centre previously supported a directly elected executive head but dropped the stance to reach a consensus during the constitution drafting.
- Some experts emphasize maintaining parliamentary supremacy and suggest impeachment provisions instead of a recall system for executive accountability.
- Not all Gen Z leaders agree on the demand; some advocate strengthening the existing framework rather than adopting a new system.
