Nepal, July 1 -- What should be the path that best serves our constitutional democracy? This is, in fact, a pertinent question that deserves a well-thought-out answer.

The Government of Nepal has created a committee to prepare a discussion paper on constitutional amendment. The committee seems to have consulted selected groups and individuals and invited public opinion. On the other hand, the outcome of the RSP's first General Assembly, held in Chitwan, signals predetermined positions on several fundamental constitutional issues, including the federal system and the form of government. As indicated in the resolutions endorsed by the Assembly, the RSP seeks, among other changes, the abolition of the provincial assemblies and the replaceme...