HoR Elections, 71 days to go: Parties prepare closed lists for proportional representation
Summary
Political parties in Nepal are finalizing their closed lists for the proportional representation system ahead of the House of Representatives elections, with the Election Commission setting deadlines and providing guidance based on updated population data.
Key Points
- Political parties are preparing closed lists for the proportional representation system ahead of the House of Representatives elections.
- 93 parties have applied for the proportional representation list according to the Election Commission.
- The Election Commission has set a deadline of December 28 and 29 for parties to submit their inclusive candidate lists.
- The percentage for proportional representation is determined based on the 2021 National Population Census.
- The Election Commission has provided training to political parties on candidate selection under the new proportional system guidelines.
