By dissolving the lower house of parliament, Oli might avoid a potential no-confidence vote from lawmakers. “It’s an unconstitutional step.”The political turbulence in Nepal is taking place amid rising tensions between China and India, its two powerful and increasingly bellicose neighbours. Last year, some people in Nepal blamed India for building embankments that worsened flooding on the Nepal side of the border. Lawmakers had proposed a motion to hold a vote of no confidence that would call on Dahal to become prime minister. “Oli wasn’t an acceptable prime minister for India,” said Adhikari, the constitutional expert, who added, “The next prime minister could be more India-friendly than Oli.”© 2020 The New York Times Company

Source: bd News24 December 20, 2020 22:05 UTC