Human Rights in The Kingdom of Nepal
Human Rights in The Kingdom of Nepal
Human Rights in The Kingdom of Nepal
Nepal: Do They
Only Exist on Paper?
Deepak Basel
BACKGROUND
The paper aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the state of
human rights in Nepal, focusing on the effectiveness of laws and
institutions, challenges in implementation, and potential solutions.
It draws on legal and scholarly sources to offer a thorough
examination of human rights in Nepal, considering the country's
multi-ethnic, multilingual, democratic, and independent nature as
recognized in the Nepalese Constitution.
The study delves into the concept of human rights, emphasizing the
universal, inalienable, and indivisible nature of human rights
principles, drawing from international instruments such as the
Universal Declaration on Human Rights.
OBJECTIVES
To critically examine the state of human rights in Nepal, including
the legal framework, implementation challenges, and potential
solutions.
To highlight the significance of constitutional provisions and
international human rights instruments in promoting and protecting
human rights in Nepal.
To address the gap between the ratification of international human
rights instruments and actual compliance, emphasizing the need for
effective enforcement mechanisms.
To emphasize the importance of open discussion, activism, and
continued efforts to address human rights issues in Nepal.
METHODOLOGY
Analysis of the legal framework for human rights in Nepal, focusing on the Constitution of
1990 and its provisions related to human rights.
Examination of the enforcement problems of human rights provisions in Nepal, considering
the country's geographic and social obstacles.
Evaluation of the methods employed by the people of Nepal to actualize their rights,
including the role of the Judiciary, Parliament, administration, external groups, and
revolutionary actions.
Assessment of the progress made under the Constitution of 1990 and suggestions for
potential future courses of action for Nepal at a critical juncture.
RESEARCH PROBLEM
Challenges related to the enforcement of human rights laws in Nepal
Discrimination and inequality in the protection of human rights
Access to justice and legal remedies for human rights violations
Effectiveness of human rights institutions and mechanisms in Nepal
FINDING
The Nepalese Constitution recognizes the country as multi-ethnic, multilingual, democratic,
and independent, with provisions granting fundamental rights to citizens, highlighting the
significance of these provisions in promoting human rights.
The gap between the ratification of international human rights instruments and actual
compliance in Nepal underscores the need for effective enforcement mechanisms to make
the existence of laws meaningful.
Deficiencies in reporting and enforcement mechanisms contribute to the limited
effectiveness of existing human rights protections in Nepal, necessitating the establishment
of a Human Rights Commission as an effective monitoring mechanism.
The slow process of evolution in remedying human rights violations in Nepal and the
potential for revolution as a result highlight the challenges and opportunities for
improvement within the country.
RECOMMENDATION
Strengthen enforcement mechanisms to ensure meaningful
implementation of human rights laws.
Expedite the establishment of a Human Rights Commission for
effective monitoring of human rights violations.
Encourage open discussion and activism to address human rights
issues in Nepal.
Improve reporting and compliance with international human rights
instruments to demonstrate commitment to human rights.
CONCLUSION
Nepal has recognized human rights principles in its Constitution, but
challenges remain in effectively implementing and enforcing these
laws.
Effective enforcement mechanisms are needed to make the existence
of laws meaningful.
The establishment of a Human Rights Commission is crucial in
serving as an effective monitoring mechanism and central clearing
house for alleged human rights violations.
Continued efforts are needed to address human rights issues in Nepal,
emphasizing the importance of open discussion and activism.
Thank you
Deepak Basel