Part 25 & 26: NHRC and Other Commissions
- Title
- Part 25 & 26: NHRC and Other Commissions
- Description
National Human Rights Commission and Other Commissions
The Constitution of Nepal establishes the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and several community-specific commissions to promote equity.
National Human Rights Commission (Part 25, Articles 257–265)
- Composition: Consists of a Chairperson and up to 4 other members.
- Appointment: Appointed by the President on the recommendation of the Constitutional Council.
- Term: 6 years (retirement age: 65 years; not eligible for reappointment).
- Function: Investigate human rights violations, monitor compliance with international treaties, and recommend prosecution of violators.
Other Commissions (Part 26, Articles 266–273)
Part 26 establishes commissions to protect and promote the interests of various communities in Nepal:
- National Women Commission (Article 266)
- National Dalit Commission (Article 267)
- National Inclusion Commission (Article 268)
- Adibasi Janajati Commission (Article 271)
- Madhesi Commission (Article 271)
- Tharu Commission (Article 271)
- Muslim Commission (Article 271)
Exam-Essential Facts
- NHRC is an 'A' status accredited national human rights institution.
- All chairs/members serve 6 years and are appointed via the Constitutional Council.
- Part Number
- 12
- Article Range
- Art. 257–273
- Category
- Constitutional Bodies