Tag Archives: Religion

Nepal’s submission to the UN Human Rights Committee

Here’s the full report submitted to the UN Human Rights Committee by the government of Nepal. There’s a paragraph on each of the civil and political rights in international law, where the government has explained how they are doing. Consideration … Continue reading

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New Christian Solidarity Worldwide report: rights or religion?

Christian reports always make people nervous. Are they defending the right to religion or are they promoting the right to proselytise? It’s made worse in Nepal by the growing presence of evangelicals – many little older than children – travelling … Continue reading

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Protecting religious freedom for a new Nepal

The Constituent Assembly (CA) of Nepal, created by the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) and elected in April 2008, took the fundamental decision to abolish the Hindu monarchy and declare Nepal a secular republic. The CA is currently in the process … Continue reading

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