This survey presents public perceptions on a number of public concerns surrounding personal security, dispute resolution, good governance, identity politics, economic outlooks, and the country’s overall direction. A Survey of the Nepali People in 2020, is based on a nationally representative sample of 7,060 Nepalis, and is representative of the Nepali population, both at the national and provincial…

This study provides crucial insights into local law-making processes at the subnational level by critically reviewing the existing local laws in Nepal. The study identifies some of the key contradictions, within, among, and between the local, provincial, and federal legislative orders of government and identifies gaps to possibly help build legislative capacities of provincial and local governments. The findings…

For the overall development of any society, inclusion in state structures is a must. In an effort to acknowledge diverse culture and communities across the country and bring their voices to the forefront, Constitution of Nepal 2015 mandated for at least two and three representatives from Dalit or minority community in the rural-municipal executive and municipal executive, respectively….