83 days to go for election: committee formed for inclusive representation based on demographic composition

Summary

The Election Commission has formed a committee to determine proportional representation percentages based on Nepal's 2078 National Census demographic groups for upcoming elections.

Key Points
  • The Election Commission has initiated a process to determine proportional representation based on demographic composition.
  • A committee led by Subhash Kumar Bhattarai has been formed including representatives from the Election Commission, Ministry of Federal Affairs, and National Statistics Office.
  • The committee will determine percentages for Dalit, indigenous nationalities, Khas Arya, Madhesi, Tharu, and Muslim groups.
  • The report based on the National Census 2078 data is to be submitted within three days.
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