Prime Minister of Nepal facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal |
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| Style | The Right Honourable |
| Abbreviation | PM |
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| Residence | Baluwatar, Kathmandu |
| Seat | Singha Durbar, Kathmandu |
| Appointer | President of Nepal |
| Term length | Five years |
| Inaugural holder | Bhimsen Thapa |
| Formation | 1806 |
| Deputy | Deputy Prime Minister of Nepal |
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The prime minister of Nepal (Nepali: नेपालको प्रधानमन्त्री, romanized: Nēpālakō pradhānamantrī) is the main leader of the government in Nepal. The prime minister works with a group of ministers called the Council of Ministers. Together, they manage the country's daily operations.
To become prime minister, a person must have the support of the Pratinidhi Sabha. The President then officially appoints them. If the prime minister loses the support of the House, they must resign. The prime minister's official home is in Baluwatar, Kathmandu. Their main office is at Singha Darbar in Kathmandu. The current prime minister is KP Sharma Oli. He is from the CPN (UML) and started his term on July 15, 2024.
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The Prime Minister's Role
The prime minister of Nepal is the head of government. This means they lead the executive branch, which carries out the laws. The prime minister and the Council of Ministers hold the main power to run the federal government. This is different from some other countries where the president might have more direct power. In Nepal, the prime minister is the leader of the Council of Ministers. They work together to make important decisions for the country.
How a Prime Minister is Chosen
The process for choosing a prime minister is set out in Nepal's Constitution.
Appointment Process
The President appoints the prime minister. Usually, this is the leader of the political party that wins the most seats in the House of Representatives.
If no single party wins a majority, the President appoints a member of parliament. This person must have the support of a group of parties that together form a majority. This is called a coalition government.
Confidence Vote
If a prime minister is appointed without a clear majority, they must win a vote of confidence. This vote happens in the House of Representatives within 30 days. If they do not win this vote, they must resign. If no one can form a government with the House's support within 55 days, new elections are held.
How a Prime Minister Leaves Office
A prime minister can leave office in a few ways:
- They can resign by writing to the President.
- They might lose a vote of confidence or a no-confidence motion is passed against them.
- They might no longer be a member of the House of Representatives.
- If the prime minister passes away.
If a prime minister leaves office, the other ministers continue to work. If the prime minister dies, the most senior minister takes over until a new prime minister is appointed.
History of the Prime Minister's Role
The role of the prime minister in Nepal has changed a lot over time. In the past, this position had different names and powers.
Early Leaders
During the time of the Shah dynasty, leaders like Chautariya, Kaji, or Mulkajis (Chief Kajis) acted like prime ministers. Abhiman Singh Basnyat was the first Mulkaji appointed in 1785. Later, in 1804, the position of Mukhtiyar was created. This word means "executive head of the state." The Mukhtiyar held the main executive power until the title of prime minister was adopted in 1843.
First Prime Minister Title
The first Mukhtiyar to call himself "prime minister" was Mathabar Singh Thapa. He became Mukhtiyar, prime minister, and Commander-In-Chief of the army in 1843.
Rana Dynasty Rule
From 1846 to 1951, the Rana dynasty ruled Nepal. During this time, the position of prime minister became hereditary. This meant it passed down within the Rana family. The prime minister also held other important titles, like Maharaja and Supreme Commander-in-Chief. This was a period of very strong, centralized rule.
Democratic Changes
After the Rana rule ended in 1951, Nepal started to move towards democracy.
First Elected Prime Minister
B. P. Koirala was Nepal's first elected prime minister in 1959. However, he was removed from office in 1960 by King Mahendra. The King then set up the Panchayat system, and Nepal did not have a democratic government again until 1990.
Constitutional Monarchy
In 1990, a big movement called the Jana Andolan (People's Movement) led to major changes. Nepal became a constitutional monarchy. This meant the King was still the head of state, but the prime minister and elected government held most of the power.
Federal Democratic Republic
On May 28, 2008, the monarchy was officially ended. Nepal was declared a federal democratic republic. This meant the country would be governed by elected representatives, with a president as head of state and a prime minister as head of government.
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The Emblem of Nepal
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The Flag of Nepal
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K. P. Sharma Oli, the current Prime Minister of Nepal
See also
- King of Nepal
- List of prime ministers of Nepal
- President of Nepal
- Government of Nepal
