Constitutional Council of Nepal

Office / Body Name
Constitutional Council of Nepal
Description

Constitutional Council of Nepal

The Constitutional Council recommends appointments to various constitutional bodies in Nepal.

Composition

The Council consists of 6 members:

  1. Prime Minister (Chairperson)
  2. Chief Justice
  3. Speaker of the House of Representatives
  4. Chairperson of the National Assembly
  5. Leader of the Opposition in the House of Representatives
  6. Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives

Role

  • Recommends individuals for appointment by the President as heads of constitutional commissions and courts.
  • Meetings require a quorum of at least four members.
Category
Constitutional Body
Established Year
2015
Constitution Article
Article 284

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