Promulgation of the 1990 Constitution

Description

The Constitution of the Kingdom of Nepal 1990 (2047 BS) established a constitutional monarchy and a multiparty parliamentary system, ending three decades of direct royal rule.

Key Features

Sovereignty: For the first time, sovereignty was officially vested in the people of Nepal rather than the monarch.
Structure: Established a bicameral parliament consisting of the House of Representatives (Pratinidhi Sabha) and the National Assembly (Rastriya Sabha).
Rights: Guaranteed fundamental rights, freedom of speech, and an independent judiciary.
Executive Power: Vested in the King and the Council of Ministers led by the Prime Minister.

Period

Democracy

Year (BS)

2047

Year (AD)

1990

CMAT Significance

It was the first constitution in Nepali history to vest sovereignty in the people, serving as a cornerstone for democratic development.