Art. 40 · Part 3
Right of Dalits
दलितको हक
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Original Text
No Dalit shall be subjected to social discrimination or untouchability. Dalits shall have proportional representation in all state bodies.
💡 Plain Language Explanation
Dalits (historically oppressed caste communities) have specific constitutional protections: no discrimination, no untouchability, proportional representation in government, free education, healthcare, and social security. The state must provide special opportunities for Dalits.
🇳🇵 नेपाली व्याख्या
दलितविरुद्ध सामाजिक भेदभाव र छुवाछूत गर्न पाइँदैन। राज्यमा समानुपातिक प्रतिनिधित्व।
✅ Good Aspects
First constitution to guarantee Dalit-specific rights — most progressive in South Asia.
⚠️ Concerns
Deep-rooted caste discrimination persists; enforcement of anti-untouchability laws remains weak.
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