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Elections in Nepal: November 19 Constituent Assembly Elections

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On November 19, Nepalis will elect members to form a Constituent Assembly (CA), which will be charged with drafting a new constitution for the South Asian country.

This is the second attempt to draft and adopt a new constitution; the first began with election of a CA in 2008, but it was dissolved in May 2012 before completing its task.

IFES' frequently asked questions (FAQs) Elections in Nepal: November 19 Constituent Assembly Elections cover topics including:

  • Who can vote?
  • Why are these elections significant for Nepal?
  • What is the structure of the Constituent Assembly?
  • Who can observe during Election Day?

 

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