Tag: DRCN
Financial Transparency in Political Parties
The update addresses financial transparency issues in Nepali political parties, analyzing income, expenditures, and legal compliance.
Women’s Political Participation in Federal Nepal: Achievements and Barriers
With the adoption of the federal Constitution, one- third of women’s participation in federal and provincial legislatures and 40 percent in local governments has been ensured. While these constitutional and legal provisions have led to significant progress in women’s numeric representation, the study concludes that participation at the leadership level remains dismal. Patriarchal social structure and inadequate support mechanisms continue to pose challenges in women’s entry, continuity and attainment of leadership positions. The lack of effective monitoring mechanisms has led political parties and their leadership to be complacent in implementing commitments made on their own statutes and manifestos. To ensure women’s proportional and inclusive participation, in line with the spirit of the Constitution, it is essential for the Government of Nepal, political parties, the Election Commission Nepal, and other stakeholders to take serious steps in enforcing existing laws and formulating progressive legislation.
Women’s Political Participation in Federal Nepal: Achievements and Barriers
With the adoption of the federal Constitution, one- third of women’s participation in federal and…
Contemporary Debates on Teachers and Party Politics in Nepal
This Political Situation Update is focused on the ongoing debate about the involvement of teachers in party politics in Nepal’s federal system. It analyzes the issue in the context of legal arrangements, government guidelines, teacher unions and political parties.
Monsoon-related Disasters Expose Gaps in DRRM Governance in Nepal
This update highlights key issues in Nepal’s disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM) governance, focusing on legal, policy, and coordination challenges across the three tiers of government. It also reviews necessary policy and institutional reforms for strengthening DRRM governance in the future.
