Nepal: Constitutional Assembly concludes first round of deliberations on contentious issues

<p>With the completion of first round of deliberations in the full House of Constituent Assembly (CA) on Monday, the top leaders now have the responsibility of settling the issues proposed in a new constitution that are still in contention. Cross-party leaders have said the constitution drafting process has entered a difficult phase, and only a proactive role from the top leaders of major political parties can take the process ahead. &nbsp;<br><br>During one and a half months of deliberations on disputed issues, the CA approached each subject on the basis of the progress made by the previous CA. The issue of federalism, judiciary, and forms of governance were the main focus of discussion in the period.</p>
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