Art. 42 · Part 3
Right to Social Justice
सामाजिक न्यायको हक
Original Text
Socially backward women, Dalit, indigenous, Madheshi, Tharu, Muslim, persons with disabilities, minorities shall have the right to participate in state organs based on inclusive principle.
💡 Plain Language Explanation
Constitutional quotas for marginalized groups - women, Dalit, indigenous, Madheshi, Tharu, Muslims, disabled persons must be represented proportionally in parliament, civil service, judiciary, and all state bodies.
🇳🇵 नेपाली व्याख्या
महिला, दलित, आदिवासी, मधेसी, थारू, मुस्लिम, अपांगता भएका व्यक्तिलाई राज्य निकायमा समावेशी सहभागिताको हक।
✅ Strengths
Most inclusive constitutional provision in South Asia. PR system ensures minority voice.
⚠️ Concerns
Upper castes still dominate all state institutions despite provisions. Quota implementation patchy.