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Art. 290 · Part 32

Nepal Police

नेपाल प्रहरी
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Original Text

Nepal Police shall maintain law and order, prevent and investigate crimes, and protect citizens\' rights, under the direction of the Government of Nepal.

💡 Plain Language Explanation

Nepal Police is the national police force — maintaining law and order, investigating crimes, and protecting citizens. They operate under the federal government\'s (Home Ministry\'s) direction. Separate from the Nepal Army and the Armed Police Force. Provincial police forces handle provincial matters, but Nepal Police handles national-level crime and maintains presence across all districts.

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Good Aspects

National police force ensures uniform law enforcement standards across the country.

⚠️ Concerns

Police have been criticized for political interference, corruption, and human rights violations.

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