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Judicial Council Act, 2016

20. Powers of the Inquiry Committee: (1) The Inquiry Committee may exercise the powers exercised by a Commission formed under the Commission of Inquiry Act, 2026 in relation to giving notice, serving notice, taking statements or examining witnesses and evidence against the Judge of a High Court or District Court sought to be inquired into.
(2) The work of the Inquiry Committee under this section shall be confidential.
(3) The Inquiry Committee shall not permit any person other than the Judge of the High Court or District Court against whom allegations are made, the concerned legal practitioners and the complainant to be present or participate in the proceedings at the place where the inquiry proceedings are held.
(4) Any person who disobeys an order given by the Inquiry Committee or obstructs the inquiry proceedings may be punished by the Inquiry Committee with a fine of up to three thousand rupees or imprisonment for up to one month or both.
(5) Before the Inquiry Committee passes an order of punishment pursuant to subsection (4), the concerned person may apologize before the Inquiry Committee. If the Inquiry Committee is satisfied with such apology, the Inquiry Committee shall not impose any punishment.
(6) If a person punished by the Inquiry Committee pursuant to subsection (4) submits an apology satisfactory to the Inquiry Committee, the Inquiry Committee may refrain from executing the punishment imposed by it.
(7) After the completion of the inquiry work, the Inquiry Committee shall submit the inquiry report with its opinion and the documents related thereto to the Secretariat of the Judicial Council. 21. Providing an Opportunity to Explain: (1) If, upon studying the report received pursuant to Section 17, 18 or 19, it appears necessary to take action against the accused Judge of a High Court or District Court pursuant to the Constitution, this Act or other prevailing law, the Judicial Council shall state the reasons and grounds and provide an opportunity to submit an explanation within a reasonable period.
(2) If no explanation is submitted within the period pursuant to subsection (1), or if the explanation submitted is not found satisfactory, the Judicial Council shall impose any punishment under this Act or recommend to the Chief Justice to take action against the accused Judge of a High Court or District Court pursuant to clause (c) of subsection (1) of Article 142 and clause (c) of subsection (6) of Article 149 of the Constitution:

Provided that, if a case is to be filed pursuant to prevailing law, a letter shall be sent to the concerned body to file a case according to law. 22.
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22. Investigation and Filing of Case for Corruption Offense: (1) For the purpose of investigation into the matter pursuant to subsection (6) of Article 153 of the Constitution, the Judicial Council shall designate any Judge of the Supreme Court or High Court to act as Investigating Officer.
(2) While investigating against a Judge of a High Court or District Court, the Investigating Officer pursuant to subsection (1) may exercise the powers exercised by an investigating officer under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 2059.
(3) If, during the investigation pursuant to subsection (2), the Investigating Officer finds that a case is to be filed against any Judge of a High Court or District Court on the charge of corruption and abuse of authority, he/she shall submit a report to that effect to the Judicial Council.
(4) Based on the report received pursuant to subsection (3), if the Judicial Council deems it necessary to file a case, it shall decide on such matter and designate the Secretary of the Judicial Council or any gazetted officer of the Judicial Council to file a case on behalf of the Judicial Council in the court specified by the Government of Nepal pursuant to prevailing law for the proceedings and disposal of corruption-related cases.
(5) Before making a decision to file a case pursuant to subsection (4), the Judicial Council may consult with the Attorney General on such matter.
(6) In the case filed pursuant to this section, the defense shall be conducted by the Attorney General or a subordinate government attorney.
(7) If it appears that persons other than the Judge are also involved in the matter in which a case has been filed pursuant to this section, the Judicial Council shall send a letter to the concerned body to file a case against such person pursuant to prevailing law. 23. Automatic Suspension: In a situation where a Judge is automatically suspended under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 2059, or if a case is filed against any Judge of a High Court or District Court under prevailing law on the ground of bad conduct, such Judge shall be automatically suspended from his/her post from the date of filing of the case. 24. Termination of Suspension: If a Judge of a High Court or District Court is acquitted in a case filed under this Act, his/her suspension shall automatically terminate from the date of acquittal. 25.
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24. Termination of Suspension: If a Judge of a High Court or District Court is acquitted in a case filed under this Act, his/her suspension shall automatically terminate from the date of acquittal. 25. Not Allowed to Perform Work: If an Inquiry Committee has been formed to conduct an inquiry against any Judge of a High Court or District Court, or if an investigation has commenced pursuant to Section 22, such Judge shall not be allowed to perform the work of his/her post until the conclusion of such proceedings. 26. Keeping in Abeyance: If the allegations against any Judge of a High Court or District Court appear to be baseless from the report pursuant to Section 17, 18 or 19, the Judicial Council shall keep such proceedings in abeyance, subject to legal action if evidence is found later, and inform the concerned Judge accordingly. 27. Transfer and Deputation of Judges: (1) Ordinarily, a Judge of a High Court or District Court who has not completed a term of two years in one court shall not be transferred.
(2) While transferring a Judge of a High Court or District Court, ordinarily, a Judge working in a court in an accessible area shall be transferred to a court in a remote area and a Judge working in a court in a remote area shall be transferred to a court in an accessible area, ensuring experience in the Himalayan region, Hilly region, Terai region and Kathmandu Valley.
(3) Ordinarily, a Judge of a High Court or District Court shall not be transferred to the same court more than once.
(4) The Chief Justice may, on the recommendation of the Judicial Council, depute a Judge of one High Court as a Judge of another High Court as required.
(5) The Chief Justice may, as required, depute a Judge of one District Court as a Judge of another District Court for a specified period. 28. Maintaining Personal Details: (1) The Judicial Council shall maintain and update the personal details (Service Roll) of Judges as prescribed.
(2) For the purpose of subsection (1), the Judicial Council may request details from the Civil Records Office and other concerned bodies.
(3) A person appointed to the post of Judge for the first time shall fill the personal details form (Service Roll) in the prescribed format and submit it to the Judicial Council within one month from the date of his/her appointment.
(4) Other provisions relating to personal details of Judges shall be as prescribed. 29.
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29. Submission of Property Details: (1) Members and Judges shall submit details of property held in their own name and in the name of their family members to the Judicial Council in the prescribed format within sixty days from the end of each fiscal year.
(2) Notwithstanding anything contained in subsection (1), a Member or Judge appointed after the expiry of the period pursuant to subsection (1) shall submit the property details pursuant to subsection (1) to the Judicial Council within sixty days from the date of his/her appointment.
(3) The property details pursuant to subsection (1) or (2) shall be kept confidential.
(4) The Secretary of the Judicial Council shall prepare and submit to the Judicial Council the details of Judges who fail to submit property details within the period pursuant to subsection (1).
(5) The Judicial Council shall impose a fine of five thousand rupees on a Judge who fails to submit property details within the period pursuant to subsection (1) and order him/her to submit the property details.
(6) A Judge who fails to submit property details in compliance with the order of the Judicial Council pursuant to subsection (5) shall be deemed to have engaged in bad conduct under Section 11. 30. Preparation of Integrated Record: (1) The Judicial Council shall prepare and maintain an integrated record of each Judge containing the following details:-
(a) Date of appointment to the post of Judge and date of retirement, details of his/her qualifications, experience and expertise,
(b) If any complaint has been lodged against him/her, brief details of the decision made by the Judicial Council on such complaint,
(c) Details of any action taken against him/her pursuant to the Constitution and this Act,
(d) Details of whether judgments or orders made by him/her have been affirmed or reversed by the higher court,
(e) Numerical details of judgments and orders made by him/her in each court,
(f) Other details as prescribed.
(2) For the purpose of maintaining the record pursuant to subsection (1), the Judicial Council may create separate software and also use information technology as required. 31.
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31. Giving Information of Leaving Office: (1) If a Judge is to retire on account of age, the Judicial Council shall give information thereof to the concerned Judge and body at least sixty days before his/her retirement.
(2) If a Judge leaves office for reasons other than those mentioned in subsection (1), the Judicial Council shall immediately give information thereof to such Judge and the concerned body.
(3) For the purpose of giving information of retirement pursuant to subsection (1), the Judicial Council shall calculate the age of a Judge based on the following basis and update his/her age accordingly, taking the age at which he/she first retires:-
(a) The age resulting from the date of birth or year mentioned in the educational institution certificate submitted by him/her,
(b) The age resulting from the date of birth or year mentioned in his/her citizenship certificate,
(c) The age resulting from the date of birth or year mentioned in his/her personal details.
(4) While calculating the age of a Judge pursuant to subsection (3), if the date of birth, year, month and date are mentioned in the educational qualification or citizenship certificate and personal details, and the date is not the same in all, his/her age shall be calculated according to the date on which he/she retires first.
(5) Where only the year or era is mentioned in the educational qualification or citizenship certificate and personal details of a Judge, the date of birth shall be determined on the following basis:-
(a) In the case of a citizenship certificate, based on the date of obtaining the certificate,
(b) In the case of a certificate of educational qualification, based on the date of issuance of the certificate,
(c) In the case of personal details, based on the date of initial appointment.
(6) If only the year is mentioned in one certificate submitted by a Judge and the full date of birth is mentioned in another certificate, and there is a difference of up to one year between the dates of birth mentioned in such certificates, the one with the full date of birth shall be taken as the basis.
(7) If the difference in the dates of birth mentioned in separate certificates pursuant to subsection (6) exceeds one year, the date of birth shall be determined pursuant to subsection (3) based on the certificate mentioning only the year.
(8) The Council shall, within three months after the commencement of this section, ascertain the age of Judges pursuant to this section and manage the records.
(9) Even if information has not been given pursuant to subsection (1), a Judge shall retire from such post after attaining the age of retirement. 32.
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32. Removal from Office: (1) If it comes to notice that any person has been appointed to the post of Judge by concealing his/her qualification or disqualification, or if a Judge, while holding office, falls into the circumstances under clause (a), (e), (g), (j), (ñ) or (t) of Section 7, the Judicial Council shall recommend to the Chief Justice for immediate removal of such Judge from office.
(2) Upon recommendation pursuant to subsection (1), the Chief Justice shall remove the Judge from office without delay.
(3) If a Judge who was appointed to the post of Judge by concealing his/her qualification or disqualification is removed from office pursuant to subsection (2), such Judge shall not be entitled to any facility other than the amount of provident fund and insurance under prevailing federal law.
(4) The Council shall, for the reason of concealing qualification or disqualification, send a letter to the concerned body to file a case against the Judge removed from office pursuant to subsection (2) for the offense of corruption under prevailing federal law. 33. Functions, Duties and Powers of the Judicial Council: In addition to the functions, duties and powers mentioned elsewhere in the Constitution and this Act, the other functions, duties and powers of the Judicial Council shall be as follows:-
(a) Making recommendations or giving advice on matters relating to judicial administration,
(b) Conducting or causing to conduct studies and researches on matters relating to judicial administration,
(c) Giving necessary directives to the concerned body regarding curriculum and other matters relating to training and orientation of Judges,
(d) Framing and enforcing a code of conduct to be observed by Judges,
(e) Performing other tasks as prescribed. 34. Secretariat of the Judicial Council: (1) There shall be a separate Secretariat of the Judicial Council.
(2) The Secretariat of the Judicial Council shall be located in Kathmandu Valley. 35. Meeting of the Judicial Council: (1) A meeting of the Judicial Council shall be held at such date, time and place as the Chairperson may specify as required.
(2) Notwithstanding anything contained in subsection (1), if two Members jointly make a written request to the Chairperson to call a meeting of the Judicial Council including the agenda, the Chairperson shall call the meeting as soon as possible.
(3) The Secretary of the Judicial Council shall fix the date and time for the meeting of the Judicial Council and send a notice including the
National Human Rights Commission Act, 2012

National Human Rights Commission Act, 2068 (2011)

Certification and Publication Date
2068.10.16

Amending Acts

1. Some Nepal Laws Amendment and Repeal Act, 2072 (2015) 2072.6.14
2. Act to Amend Some Nepal Acts Relating to Remuneration of the Chairperson and Members of the National Human Rights Commission, 2072 (2015) 2072.10.12
3. Some Nepal Acts Amending Act, 2072 (2015) 2072.11.13
4. Some Nepal Acts Amending Act, 2082 (2025) 2082.04.14

Act Number 14 of the Year 2068 (2011)

An Act Made to Provide for the Functions, Duties, Powers and Procedures of the National Human Rights Commission

Preamble: Whereas, it is expedient to make legal provisions relating to the functions, duties, powers and procedures of the National Human Rights Commission in order to ensure respect, protection and promotion of human rights and its effective implementation,

Now, therefore, the Constituent Assembly, in its capacity as the Legislature-Parliament pursuant to Article 83 of the Interim Constitution of Nepal, 2063 (2007), has enacted this Act. Chapter-1

Preliminary

1. Short Title and Commencement: (1) This Act may be called the "National Human Rights Commission Act, 2068 (2011)."

(2) This Act shall commence immediately. 2. Definitions: Unless the subject or context otherwise requires, in this Act,-

(a) "Chairperson" means the Chairperson of the Commission.

(b) "Commission" means the National Human Rights Commission established pursuant to Article 248 of the Constitution amended by the Some Nepal Acts Amending Act, 2072..

(c) "Complaint" means a petition or complaint filed to the Commission regarding a violation of human rights or abetment thereof, and said term also denotes information received by the Commission on that matter from any other source.

(d) "Employee" means an employee of the Commission.

(e) "Prescribed" or "as prescribed" means prescribed or as prescribed in the rules framed under this Act.

(f) "Human Rights" means the rights provided by the Constitution and other prevailing laws relating to the life, liberty, equality and dignity of an individual, and said term also denotes rights enshrined in international treaties on human rights to which Nepal is a party.

(g) "Secretary" means the Secretary of the Commission.

(h) "Member" means a member of the Commission, and said term also denotes the Chairperson.

(i) "Constitution" means the Constitution of Nepal. amended by the Some Nepal Acts Amending Act, 2072. Chapter-2

Meeting, Functions, Duties and Powers of the Commission

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Chapter-2

Meeting, Functions, Duties and Powers of the Commission

3. Meeting of the Commission: (1) The meeting of the Commission shall be held at least twice a month.

(2) The meeting of the Commission shall be held on such date, time and place as specified by the Chairperson.

(3) The Secretary shall, following the direction of the Chairperson, normally give information in writing to the Members at least twenty-four hours prior to the meeting, mentioning the date, time, place and subject of discussion of the meeting of the Commission.

(4) If a majority of the Members currently holding office in the Commission are present, it shall be deemed to constitute the quorum for a meeting of the Commission.

(5) The meeting of the Commission shall be presided over by the Chairperson, and in the absence of the Chairperson, the most senior Member present at the meeting shall preside over the meeting.

(6) The decision of the Commission shall be made by a majority of the Members present at the meeting; and if the votes are equal, the person presiding over the meeting shall cast the deciding vote.

(7) The decision of the meeting of the Commission shall be certified by the Secretary.

(8) Other procedures relating to the meeting of the Commission shall be as determined by the Commission itself. 4.
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4. Functions, Duties and Powers of the Commission: (1) In addition to the functions, duties and powers mentioned in Article 249 of the Constitution amended by the Some Nepal Acts Amending Act, 2072., the other functions, duties and powers of the Commission shall be as follows:-

(a) To inspect and monitor prisons, other bodies of the Government of Nepal, public institutions or private institutions or any other place for the protection of human rights, and to give necessary suggestions or directions to the concerned body regarding improvements to be made in such bodies, institutions or places for the protection of human rights,

(b) To conduct an investigation, with the permission of the concerned court, into the subject matter of a sub judice case containing claims pending before the court regarding the violation of human rights,

(c) To monitor the implementation status of the prevailing laws relating to human rights and make recommendations to amended by the Some Nepal Acts Amending Act, 2082.the Government of Nepal, Provincial Government and Local Level for their effective implementation,

(d) To conduct studies and research regarding the protection, promotion, enhancement and implementation of human rights,

(e) To recommend to the concerned body to include educational subjects relating to human rights in the curricula of schools and universities,

(f) To review the existing situation of human rights and publicize reports relating thereto,

(g) To perform or cause to perform other functions considered necessary and appropriate for the protection, promotion and enhancement of human rights.

(2) The Commission shall be independent and autonomous in the work of respecting, protecting and promoting human rights. 5. May Draw Attention: (1) The Commission may draw the attention of any body or office-bearer as necessary on any subject relating to the protection and promotion of human rights.

(2) After the Commission has drawn attention pursuant to sub-section (1), the concerned body or office-bearer shall take necessary action on that matter and inform the Commission. 6.
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6. Commission May Give Opinion or Advice: (1) On a subject where there is an obligation to send a report to any body under an international treaty relating to human rights, the Government of Nepal shall, before sending the report, send a written communication to the Commission for its opinion.

(2) Upon receipt of a written communication pursuant to sub-section (1), the Commission shall, as soon as possible, give its opinion to the Government of Nepal on that subject.

(3) If the Government of Nepal requests the Commission's advice regarding the enactment of any law relating to human rights or the amendment of any existing law, the Commission may provide its opinion to the Government of Nepal on that subject.

(4) The Commission may recommend to the Government of Nepal to enact new laws relating to human rights, amend any existing laws, or become a party to any international or regional convention.

(5) If the Government of Nepal requests the Commission's advice regarding becoming a party to any international or regional treaty relating to human rights, the Commission shall provide its opinion to the Government of Nepal on that subject. 7. Publication of Name and Maintenance of Record: (1) The Commission shall publish the name of an office-bearer, person or body, who knowingly fails to comply with or implement a recommendation, order or direction made by the Commission regarding a violation of human rights, as a violator of human rights.

(2) Before publishing the name pursuant to sub-section (1), the Commission shall send a written notice to such office-bearer, person or body, mentioning the failure to comply with or implement the recommendation, order or direction of the Commission, allowing a period of fifteen days to submit a defense.

(3) If, after sending the written notice pursuant to sub-section (2), the concerned office-bearer, person or body fails to submit a defense within the period, or if the defense submitted is not found satisfactory, the Commission shall publish the name of such office-bearer, person or body pursuant to sub-section (1).

(4) After publishing the name pursuant to sub-section (1), the Commission shall keep the name of such office-bearer, person or body recorded.

(5) While recommending a person whose name has been published pursuant to sub-section (1) for new appointment, promotion and career development in any public office, the concerned body may also take into account the record kept pursuant to sub-section (4).

(6) While assigning a new responsibility to an office-bearer whose name has been published pursuant to sub-section (1), the concerned body may also take into account the record kept pursuant to sub-section (4) regarding his/her work performance. 8.
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8. May Constitute Committee or Task Force: (1) The Commission may constitute a committee or task force as required for the performance of its functions.

(2) The functions, duties and powers of the committee or task force constituted pursuant to sub-section (1), and the facilities to be received by the members of such committee or task force, shall be as specified by the Commission.

(3) The committee or task force formed pursuant to sub-section (1) shall, after completing the work assigned by the Commission, submit a report of its work to the Commission.

(4) The Commission may, if it deems appropriate, dissolve the committee or task force formed pursuant to sub-section (1) at any time. 9. Provision Relating to Interim Relief and Rescue: (1) If it appears that a victim person may suffer further loss if immediate relief is not provided or rescue is not made, the Commission shall order the concerned body to provide interim relief or rescue to such person immediately.

(2) If the Commission has ordered pursuant to sub-section (1), the concerned body shall provide relief to the victim person immediately.

(3) If relief pursuant to sub-section (2) is provided in cash, the concerned person or body shall recover such amount from the human rights violator as prescribed.

(4) The Commission may request any association, organization or person for assistance to provide interim relief to the victim person or for the rescue of the victim.

(5) Other provisions relating to interim relief and rescue shall be as prescribed. Chapter-3

Procedure Relating to Complaint Proceedings

10. May File Complaint: (1) In case of a violation of human rights or abetment thereof, the victim person himself/herself or someone on his/her behalf may file a complaint to the Commission as prescribed.

(2) Upon receipt of a complaint pursuant to sub-section (1), the Commission shall register such complaint in the prescribed register and provide a copy thereof to the complainant.

(3) If someone informs the Commission orally or through any other means regarding a violation of human rights or abetment thereof, the Commission shall reduce such information to writing and register it in the register pursuant to sub-section (2).

(4) Notwithstanding anything contained in the prevailing law, no fee shall be charged while filing a complaint pursuant to sub-section (1) or while giving information pursuant to sub-section (3).

(5) Deleted by the Some Nepal Laws Amendment and Repeal Act, 2072. 11.
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11. To Conduct Preliminary Action: (1) Upon receipt of a complaint pursuant to sub-section (1) of Section 10 or receipt of information pursuant to sub-section (3) thereof regarding a violation of human rights or abetment thereof, or if it deems appropriate to conduct investigation and inquiry on its own motion on that subject, the Commission shall immediately conduct a preliminary action as prescribed.

(2) While conducting action pursuant to sub-section (1), if it appears prima facie that a violation of human rights or abetment thereof of any person is occurring, the Commission may order the concerned person, body or office-bearer to immediately stop such act. 12. To Conduct Investigation and Inquiry: (1) If it appears from the preliminary action conducted pursuant to sub-section (1) of Section 11 that a violation of human rights or abetment thereof of any person has occurred, the Commission may itself or, as necessary, by appointing an investigation team or investigation officer, conduct or cause to conduct investigation and inquiry as prescribed.

(2) After the completion of the investigation and inquiry work pursuant to sub-section (1), the investigation team or investigation officer shall submit a report thereof to the Commission.

(3) Upon receipt of the report pursuant to sub-section (2), the Commission may, regarding the matters mentioned in such report, take the service of an expert, examine additional evidence or witnesses, or conduct a public hearing as prescribed.

(4) Other provisions relating to investigation and inquiry shall be as prescribed. 13. May Reject Complaint or Keep in Abeyance: (1) If the complaint, information, or the subject matter investigated and inquired into by the Commission on its own motion appears baseless, or if such subject matter does not appear to fall within the jurisdiction of the Commission, the Commission may, at any time, stating the reason therefor, reject such complaint, information or subject matter or keep it in abeyance.

(2) If a complaint is rejected or kept in abeyance pursuant to sub-section (1), the Commission shall inform the concerned complainant of such decision within fifteen days. Provided that, the Commission shall not be obliged to inform the complainant regarding a false complaint filed with the Commission. 14. Provision Relating to Reconciliation: (1) Notwithstanding anything contained elsewhere in this Act, if the concerned parties file a joint application requesting reconciliation regarding any complaint pending in the Commission, the Commission may cause reconciliation as prescribed.
National Human Rights Commission Act, 2012

14. Provision Relating to Reconciliation: (1) Notwithstanding anything contained elsewhere in this Act, if the concerned parties file a joint application requesting reconciliation regarding any complaint pending in the Commission, the Commission may cause reconciliation as prescribed. Provided that, reconciliation shall not be made on matters considered serious violations of human rights and humanitarian law under international law, or matters that cannot be compromised under prevailing law.

(2) It shall be the duty of the concerned parties to comply with the reconciliation made pursuant to sub-section (1).

(3) After reconciliation has been made regarding a complaint pursuant to sub-section (1), proceedings relating thereto shall be deemed concluded, and no further complaint may be made on that subject.

(4) Other provisions relating to reconciliation shall be as prescribed. 15. Decision Must be Made: The Commission shall, based on the evidence obtained from investigation and inquiry conducted regarding a complaint or information received or the subject matter proceeded with on its own motion concerning a violation of human rights or abetment thereof, make a decision, stating the basis and reasons whether a violation of human rights or abetment thereof has occurred or not, normally within six months from the date of filing the complaint:

Provided that, in cases of a nature where a decision cannot be made within six months, the Commission shall not be prevented from making a decision, stating the reason. 16. Provision Relating to Compensation: (1) If, from the investigation and inquiry pursuant to Section 12, it appears that compensation must be provided to the victim person, the Commission shall, while making a decision pursuant to Section 15, make a decision mentioning this matter as well.

(2) The decision made pursuant to sub-section (1) must specify the type, quantum or amount of compensation.

(3) While determining the amount pursuant to sub-section (2), the Commission may determine up to a maximum of three hundred thousand rupees depending upon the condition of the victim person.

(4) Notwithstanding anything contained elsewhere in this Section, if the victim person has already received compensation under other prevailing laws regarding the violation of human rights, or has initiated proceedings for compensation, the Commission shall not make any decision regarding compensation.

(5) The basis to be taken while making a decision to provide compensation pursuant to this Section, and other provisions relating to compensation, shall be as prescribed. 17.
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17. Implementation of Recommendation, Decision or Order of the Commission: (1) The Commission shall send a written communication to the concerned office-bearer, person or body for the implementation of a recommendation, decision or order made under the Constitution or this Act.

(2) Upon receipt of a written communication for implementation of a recommendation, decision or order from the Commission pursuant to sub-section (1), the concerned office-bearer, person or body shall normally implement such recommendation, decision or order within three months and inform the Commission.

(3) If there is difficulty in implementing the recommendation, decision or order received from the Commission pursuant to sub-section (2), the concerned office-bearer, person or body shall send information relating thereto to the Commission within two months from the date of receipt of the recommendation, decision or order from the Commission, stating the reason therefor.

(4) Upon receipt of information pursuant to sub-section (3), the Commission shall consider the matter and make a decision again, and while making a decision thus, the Commission may recommend for implementation either in the same form or with amendments.

(5) Upon receipt of a written communication for implementation after a decision has been made again by the Commission pursuant to sub-section (4), the concerned office-bearer, person or body shall implement the decision as soon as possible and inform the Commission.

(6) The concerned body shall provide compensation to the victim person pursuant to the decision made by the Commission within the period specified in sub-section (2). If the victim person has died or is not in his/her senses, the compensation shall be provided to such person among the dependent spouse, father, mother, son, daughter, brother, sister, grandson, granddaughter, grandfather or grandmother as the Commission deems appropriate.

(7) If it is determined in a decision made by the Commission that a human rights violation has occurred due to any specific office-bearer doing any act with mala fide intention or with partiality or prejudice towards someone, and it is mentioned that the compensation must be provided to the victim person by such office-bearer, the body where such office-bearer is currently serving shall provide the compensation.

(8) The amount of compensation provided to the victim person by the concerned body pursuant to sub-section (7) shall be deducted by such body from the monthly remuneration or any other amount receivable by the concerned office-bearer.
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Provided that, if such office-bearer has already retired from service at the time of the decision by the Commission, the concerned body shall immediately provide such compensation amount to the victim person and recover such amount from such person in accordance with prevailing law.

(9) While providing compensation to the victim person pursuant to this Section, if cash has already been provided as interim relief pursuant to Section 9, such amount shall be deducted as prescribed.

(10) Deleted by the Some Nepal Laws Amendment and Repeal Act, 2072.

(11) The Commission may send a communication to the concerned body for departmental or other action against an office-bearer, person or body whose name is in the record pursuant to Section 7, on the ground of non-cooperation or non-compliance with directions in the course of investigation, inquiry or examination conducted by the Commission regarding a violation of human rights or pursuant to this Act.

(12) The Commission may send a communication to the concerned body not to appoint, promote or include an office-bearer or person whose name has been published on the basis of a recommendation made by the Commission regarding a violation of human rights pursuant to Section 7, in foreign training for up to three years from that date.

(13) Other provisions relating to the implementation of a recommendation, order or decision of the Commission shall be as prescribed. Chapter-4

Miscellaneous

18. Commission May Coordinate or Cooperate: The Commission may consult, seek assistance, or make necessary coordination or cooperation with any other commission, committee or body in the course of its work and proceedings. 19. May Provide or Obtain Expert Service: (1) The Commission may, upon the request of any body, provide specialized or expert service as prescribed on any subject relating to human rights.

(2) The Commission may, in the course of its work and proceedings, take the service of any specialized body or expert as prescribed.

(3) The functions, duties and powers of the body or expert providing specialized or expert service pursuant to sub-section (2), and the facilities to be received by such body or expert, shall be as specified by the Commission. 20.
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20. May Maintain Contact and Relationship with Organizations: (1) The Commission may, in order to effectively discharge its responsibilities under the Constitution, this Act and other prevailing laws, maintain necessary contact and relationship with national and international organizations working on the protection and promotion of human rights, and make agreements for the exchange of assistance.

(2) If the agreement pursuant to sub-section (1) contains financial matters, the Commission shall obtain the approval of the Ministry of Finance regarding such agreement.

(3) If any foreign association or organization desires to conduct any program within Nepal relating to the protection and promotion of human rights, it shall obtain the consent of the Commission as prescribed. 21. Assistance Must be Provided in the Work and Proceedings of the Commission: (1) The concerned body or office-bearer shall provide the assistance requested by the Commission.

(2) The Commission shall send a communication to the concerned body to initiate departmental action against an office-bearer who knowingly fails to provide requested information, documents or evidence, knowingly fails to comply with a recommendation, order or decision of the Commission, knowingly obstructs the work of the Commission, or absents himself/herself without reason when summoned for appearance by the Commission. 22. May Inform to File Complaint in Court or Other Body: If a subject matter investigated and inquired into by the Commission pursuant to this Act is resolved by a court or any other body, and if it appears that the victim person would receive justice, or if such subject matter appears to fall within the jurisdiction of any court or body, the Commission may inform the concerned party to go and file a complaint in such court or body in accordance with prevailing law on that subject. 23. Work and Proceedings of Commission Not to be Affected: The work and proceedings of the Commission shall not be affected only by the reason of a vacancy in the position of any Member. 24. Acting to Perform Work: If, for any reason, the position of the Chairperson becomes vacant, or if the Chairperson goes abroad, or is on leave for more than seven days, the most senior Member of the Commission shall act as the Acting Chairperson of the Commission. Amended by the Act to Amend Some Nepal Acts Relating to Remuneration of the Chairperson and Members of the National Human Rights Commission, 2072.25. Remuneration and Facilities: The remuneration of the Chairperson and Members shall be equivalent to that of the Chief Justice of Nepal and the Judge of the Supreme Court, respectively. Provided that, regarding facilities, it shall be in accordance with the prevailing law relating to remuneration, terms of service and facilities of office-bearers of constitutional bodies. 26.
National Human Rights Commission Act, 2012

Provided that, regarding facilities, it shall be in accordance with the prevailing law relating to remuneration, terms of service and facilities of office-bearers of constitutional bodies. 26. Office of the Commission: (1) The central office of the Commission shall be located in Kathmandu Valley.

(2) The Commission may, in consultation with the Ministry of Finance as necessary, open amended by the Some Nepal Acts Amending Act, 2082.Provincial Offices, amended by the Some Nepal Acts Amending Act, 2082.Provincial Branch Offices or Liaison Offices. 27. Organizational Structure of the Commission: The Government of Nepal shall approve the organizational structure and staffing of the Commission based on the recommendation of the Commission. 28. Secretary of the Commission: (1) There shall be a Secretary to act as the administrative chief of the Commission.

(2) The appointment of the Secretary shall be made by the Government of Nepal based on the recommendation of the Commission.

(3) The qualification, remuneration, facilities and other terms of service of the Secretary shall be equivalent to an employee of the Special Class of the Government of Nepal published in the Nepal Gazette.

(4) The Secretary shall work under the general direction of the Chairperson.

(5) In addition to the functions, duties and powers specified in this Act and other prevailing laws, the other functions, duties and powers of the Secretary shall be as follows:-

(a) To perform functions relating to the administration and management of the Commission,

(b) To prepare the annual budget, programs and plans of the Commission and submit them to the Commission,

(c) To oversee, maintain and care for the movable and immovable property of the Commission,

(d) To make necessary arrangements for the smooth operation of the work and proceedings of the Commission,

(e) To implement or cause to implement the policies, programs and decisions of the Commission, and

(f) To perform other functions as prescribed.

(6) If the position of the Secretary falls vacant, the Commission may designate the most senior officer among the officer-level employees working in the Commission to act as the Acting Secretary until other arrangements are made. 29. Emblem of the Commission: The Commission may bring into use a separate emblem of the Commission in addition to the seal bearing the national emblem. 30. Delegation of Powers: The Commission may delegate some of the powers vested in it under the Constitution and this Act to the Chairperson, a Member, any officer-level employee of the Commission, any officer-level employee of the Government of Nepal, or a committee, task force, or any body, association, organization or person constituted by the Commission. 31.
National Human Rights Commission Act, 2012

31. Contact with Government of Nepal: While contacting the Government of Nepal, the Commission shall do so through the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers. Provided that, this Section shall not be deemed to prevent the Commission from contacting any other body directly in the course of performing its functions. 32. Power to Frame Rules, Procedures and Guidelines: (1) The Commission may frame necessary rules to implement the objectives of this Act. While framing rules containing matters that impose a financial burden on the Government of Nepal, the approval of the Ministry of Finance shall be obtained.

(2) The Commission may frame and implement necessary procedures or guidelines for the orderly conduct of its functions. 33. Protection for Acts Done in Good Faith: No suit or legal proceedings shall be instituted against the Commission, the Chairperson, a Member, an employee, or any person assigned by the Commission, in respect of any act done or attempted to be done in good faith under the Constitution, this Act or the rules framed under this Act. 34. To be According to Prevailing Law: Matters provided for in this Act shall be according to this Act, and other matters shall be according to the prevailing law. 35. Repeal and Saving: (1) The Human Rights Commission Act, 2053 (1997) is hereby repealed.

(2) All acts and proceedings done under the Human Rights Commission Act, 2053 (1997) shall be deemed to have been done under this Act.
Act to Increase Circulation of Nepalese Currency, 1957

Nepali Currency Circulation Promotion Act, 2014

Royal Seal Date
2014.3.29

Certification and Publication Date
2066.1.7

Amending Acts

1. Republic Strengthening and Certain Nepal Laws Amendment Act, 2066 2066.1.7

Act No. 3 of the year 2014

Repealed by the Republic Strengthening and Certain Nepal Laws Amendment Act, 2066. An Act made to promote the circulation of Nepali currency

Whereas, to strengthen and balance the economic system of the country on the basis of a single currency, it is necessary to promote the circulation of Nepali currency throughout Nepal; therefore, this Act is enacted and promulgated by His Majesty the King on the advice of the Council of Ministers. 1. Short title, extent, and commencement: (1) This Act may be cited as the "Nepali Currency Circulation Promotion Act, 2014."

(2) This Act shall come into force in such area and from such date as the Government of Nepal may, by notification published in the Nepal Gazette, specify. This Act has been in force from Jestha 15, 2065. 2. Definitions: Unless the subject or context otherwise requires, in this Act,-

(a) "Nepali currency" means notes issued by the Government of Nepal or Nepal Rastra Bank, and mohar, rupees, rechaki, or paisa issued by the Government of Nepal.

(b) "Foreign currency" means any currency other than Nepali currency. 3. Price or fee, wages, etc., may be paid in Nepali currency: In the area where this Act is in force, if any person has to pay any amount for the price of goods in a sale or purchase, or has to pay any amount such as fee, wages, hire, or any other similar amount to any person for any work or matter, and if such amount is offered to be paid in Nepali currency, or if any such amount is fixed in foreign currency, when payment thereof is to be made, it shall be accepted if offered in Nepali currency at the exchange rate prevailing at Nepal Rastra Bank on the day of such payment. Provided that this section shall not apply to transactions and dealings with the Government of Nepal. 4. Amount of a transaction in foreign currency may be tendered in Nepali currency: If any person has to pay any amount in a transaction made in foreign currency in the area where this Act is in force, it shall be accepted if tendered in Nepali currency at the rate prevailing at Nepal Rastra Bank on the day such amount is offered to be paid. 5. Saving: Sections 3 and 4 above shall not apply to transactions and dealings with the Government of Nepal and persons or institutions authorized by the Government of Nepal. 6.
Nepal Sanskrit University Act, 1986

Nepal Sanskrit University Act, 2043

Lal Mohar and Publication Date
2043.8.25

Amending Acts

1. Mahendra Sanskrit University (First Amendment) Act, 2049 2049.07.21

Certification and Publication Date
2. Some Nepal Laws Amendment Act, 2063 2063.06.28
3. Some Nepal Acts Amendment Act, 2064 2064.05.09
4. Nepal Sanskrit University (Second Amendment) Act, 2064 2064.09.30
This Act shall be effective from Jestha 15, 2065.5. Republic Strengthening and Some Nepal Laws Amendment Act, 2066 2066.10.07
6. Act to Amend Some Nepal Acts Relating to Education, 2077 2077.03.11
7. Some Nepal Acts Amendment Act, 2082 2082.04.14

Act No. 21 of the year 2043



Act made to establish the Nepal Sanskrit University

Preamble: To systematize Sanskrit education up to the highest level in Nepal Deleted by the Republic Strengthening and Some Nepal Laws Amendment Act, 2066., to study, research, preserve and promote the special achievements that Sanskrit learning has been attaining in various fields in a timely manner, while upholding traditional religion and moral values, good conduct and good character, to develop Nepal Deleted by the Republic Strengthening and Some Nepal Laws Amendment Act, 2066. as a centre to obtain knowledge and inspiration of Sanskrit learning, and

Amended by the Some Nepal Laws Amendment Act, 2063.Whereas, in the Nepal state, there has been a glorious tradition of Sanskrit learning since very ancient times, and it is desirable to establish a University to continue that tradition,

This Act has been made by King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev with the advice and consent of the National Panchayat. 1. Short Title and Commencement: (1) This Act may be called the "Nepal Sanskrit University Act, 2043".

(2) Sections 1, 3, 4, 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18 of this Act shall come into force immediately, and the other Sections shall come into force from the date specified by the Government of Nepal by notification published in the Nepal Gazette. 2. Definitions: Unless the subject or context otherwise requires, in this Act,-

(a) "University" means the Nepal Sanskrit University under this Act.

(b) "Assembly" means the University Assembly under Section 4.

(c) "Executive Council" means the Executive Council under Section 6.

(d) "Academic Council" means the Academic Council under Section 8.