Parts 32–35: Miscellaneous, Transitional, and Commencement Provisions

Title
Parts 32–35: Miscellaneous, Transitional, and Commencement Provisions
Description

Miscellaneous Provisions (Part 32)

  • Capital of Nepal (Article 288): The capital of Nepal is Kathmandu. The government can decide to establish temporary headquarters of provinces until provincial assemblies decide.

Transitional Provisions (Part 33)

  • Legislative Continuity (Article 296): The Constituent Assembly served as the transition Legislature-Parliament after the constitution was promulgated.
  • Continuity of Officials: Provisions ensure the transition of the President, Vice-President, Prime Minister, and other high-level officials until fresh elections are held.
  • Continuity of Laws (Article 304): All laws existing at the time of commencement of the Constitution continue to be in force until repealed or amended to conform to this Constitution.

Commencement and Repeal (Part 35)

  • Date of Promulgation (Article 308): The Constitution of Nepal came into force on Aswin 3, 2072 BS (September 20, 2015).
  • Repeal: The Interim Constitution of Nepal 2007 (2063 BS) was officially repealed.

Exam Note: The constitution was formally promulgated by President Dr. Ram Baran Yadav on Aswin 3, 2072 BS (September 20, 2015).

Part Number
28
Article Range
Art. 288–308
Category
part

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