Federalism in Nepal
In the aftermath of the People's Revolt II in the year 2007, the 240 years of Shah dynasty (the system of monarchy) was abolished in the 5th amendment of the Interim Constitution of Nepal, 2063. The amendment also was first to mention Nepal officially as the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal which envisioned federalism as a prominent feature for a new Nepal.
Maoist party was the catalyst for bringing forth federalism, secularism and inclusion in Nepal, along with the support of other major parties, namely Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist–Leninist) and the Nepali Congress, whereas the Rastriya Prajatantra Party, which was only able to enter the parliament as the provision of Proportional Representation scheme, has come out in opposition to the prospect of federalism as well bringing back the monarchy and declaring Nepal as a Hindu nation.
The federal system of government in Nepal will be have three levels of administration; 1. Federal/Central, 2. Provincial/State, and 3. Local/Municipal. The delineation of power between the three levels of governments shall be determined according to stipulations mentioned in the Constitution of Nepal.[1]
Federalism in Nepal
Nepal has been practicing unitary form of government since unification by the then Shah rulers (Prithivi Narayan Shah). However this system hasn't been able to achieve development of the country and has been seen as an 'exclusive form of rule'. Federalism is seen as an inclusive practice for Nepal, in order to bring forth equality among all states, districts and provincial bodies.
Provinces-
Province no. 1
Solukhumbu, Sankhuwasabha, Taplejung, Okhaldhunga, Khotang, Bhojpur, Terhathum, Panchthar, Dhankuta, Ilam, Morang, Sunsari, Udayapur and Jhapa.
Mt.Everest and Mt.Kanchanjungha are the highest and third highest peak of the world.This province has 727 industries and has 14 hydro electricity project.
Province no. 2
Parsa, Bara, Rautahat, Sarlalhi, Mahottari, Dhanusha, Siraha, Saptari
Province no.3
Sindhuli, Ramechhap, Dolakha, Kabhre Palanchok, Lallitpur, Makwanpur, Chitwan, Dhading, Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Nuwakot, Sindhupalchok and Rasuwa
Province no.4
Mustang, Manang, Myagdi, Kaski, Lamjung, Gorkha, Baglung, Parbat, Syangja, Tanahun and Nawalparasi ( East of Bardaghat Susta)
Province no.5
Bardiya , Banke, Nawalparasi ( West of Bardaghgat Susta) , Rukum ( Eastern part), Rolpa, Pyuthan, Gulmi, Dang, Arghakhanchi, Kapilbastu, Rupandehi and Palpa
Province no.6
Surkhet, Dailekh, Jajarkot, Kalikot, Jumla, Dolpa, Mugu, Salyan, Rukum ( Western part) and Humla
Province no.7
Darchula, Bajhang, Bajura, Baitadi, Dadeldhura, Doti, Achham, Kanchanpur and Kailali. [2]