Reflections on constitution's achievements, challenges

By Pallav Bhusal,Kathmandu, Sept. 18: As Nepal prepares to mark the 9th anniversary of its constitution on September 19, reflections from prominent political leaders and constitutional experts shed light on the progress achieved and the challenges that remain. The 2015 constitution, a landmark in Nepal’s democratic evolution, aimed to establish a federal democratic republic with greater inclusivity, decentralisation, and fundamental rights for all citizens. However, nearly a decade into its implementation, questions about its effectiveness and the fulfilment of its promises persist.