Opinion | Reject a directly elected executive
Summary
The article argues against the idea of a directly elected executive in Nepal, emphasizing the importance of devolved power and implementation of the current constitution to address corruption and social exclusion.
Key Points
- The call for a directly elected executive within Nepal’s Gen Z movement is challenged as dangerous to the country’s progress.
- Historical caste-based political dominance in Nepal has sustained corruption and exclusion of marginalized groups.
- Nepal's current constitution provides a secular federal republican framework with devolved power and equal rights.
- Absolute power corrupts; checks and balances along with active civil society participation are vital to prevent abuse of power.
