Art. 36 · Part 3
Right to Food
खाद्यसम्बन्धी हक
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Original Text
Every citizen shall have the right to food sovereignty. The State shall make arrangements for food sovereignty as provided for in law.
💡 Plain Language Explanation
Food security is a constitutional RIGHT - not charity. The state must ensure citizens are not starving. Food sovereignty means Nepal's right to define its own agricultural policies without foreign interference.
🇳🇵 नेपाली व्याख्या
खाद्य सम्प्रभुताको हक - राज्यले खाद्य सम्प्रभुताको व्यवस्था गर्नेछ।
✅ Good Aspects
Constitutional basis for food security programs and anti-hunger policies.
⚠️ Concerns
Over 20% of Nepalis face food insecurity. Malnutrition rates remain high in Karnali and Madhesh.
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