Editorial | Rights body wronged
Summary
Nepal's government faces criticism for failing to implement the National Human Rights Commission's recommendations amid rising rights violations and international concern.
Key Points
- Nepal's government has implemented only 13.29% of the NHRC recommendations since 2000, with none fully implemented in the past four years.
- The government portrays progress in international forums, but civil society disputes these claims, highlighting ongoing issues like caste discrimination and lack of prosecutions for torture.
- The NHRC faces political interference and internal divisions, undermining its authority and effectiveness.
- Rights violations continue at high levels in 2024, with thousands of incidents recorded, signaling a culture of impunity in Nepal.
