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<p>The Constitution of Nepal, 2015 under article 26 (1) guarantees freedom of religion
as a fundamental right. Sub-article 3 states that in exercise of the right conferred
by this article, one cannot do, or cause to be done, any act which may be contrary
to public health, decency and morality, breach public peace, convert another person
from one religion to another or any other act or conduct that may jeopardize another’s
religion. These subsequent provisions may be interpreted in a way that would limit
people’s rights to express their religion and, potentially, their right to choose
their religion.</p><p>Our Embassy in Kathmandu has consistently encouraged the Government
of Nepal and members of Nepal’s parliament to ensure Nepal meets its international
human rights obligations. This includes ensuring freedom of religion or belief. I
raised these issues with the Nepalese Ambassador to London at a meeting on 9 October.</p>
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