Art. 47 · Part 3
Right to Information
सूचनाको हक
Original Text
Every citizen shall have the right to demand and receive information on any matter of public importance. The state shall maintain transparency in governance.
💡 Plain Language Explanation
You can demand information about government spending, decisions, contracts, and actions. The state MUST be transparent. This right is the foundation of anti-corruption work — and exactly what Janasarokar exists to support.
🇳🇵 नेपाली व्याख्या
सार्वजनिक महत्त्वको कुनै पनि विषयमा सूचना माग्ने र प्राप्त गर्ने हक। राज्य पारदर्शी हुनुपर्छ।
✅ Strengths
Foundation of accountability — citizens can demand government transparency.
⚠️ Concerns
RTI requests often ignored or delayed; government culture of secrecy persists.