The Speaker’s Unseemly Activism
Summary
Speaker Devraj Ghimire's actions in advocating for the reinstatement of Nepal's dissolved House of Representatives challenge the impartiality expected from his office and undermine the youth-led Gen Z movement calling for new elections.
Key Points
- Speaker Devraj Ghimire is advocating for reinstating the dissolved House of Representatives, which raises questions about his impartiality.
- The Speaker's role is constitutionally mandated to be neutral and impartial, renouncing party affiliation upon assuming office.
- Ghimire's absence at the swearing-in of Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki signaled non-recognition of the interim government.
- There are calls for strengthening constitutional provisions to ensure Speaker's complete separation from party politics to uphold democratic principles.
