Kathmandu, Feb. 24 -- Nepal's Election Commission is facing mounting criticism for failing to take action against alleged violations of the election code of conduct, despite receiving hundreds of complaints and issuing dozens of clarification notices, according to the Kathmandu Post.

The constitutional poll body enforced the code of conduct on January 19 for the March 5 elections, following consultations with political parties and public feedback. However, 35 days into its implementation, no penalties have been imposed.

As reported by the Kathmandu Post, the commission has issued 79 letters seeking written clarification from individuals and institutions accused of breaching election norms. Nine of them were asked to clarify twice after ...