Maoist's Approach and the Constituent Assembly Election
Vikram Singh Basnyat
The entire sundry have been examining about Constituent Assembly (CA) election more than ever after the peace talks between the then government and the Maoists. The twelve-point agreement between the Seven Party Alliance (SPA) and the Maoists sponsored by New Delhi and of the CA elections agenda has taken a speedy ride. Nobody can in reality contradict that CA was the Maoists insist, which the SPA came to rescue after signing of the agreement. Election of any form may it be at school, clubs or national, it requires surroundings where all of the right and freedom of the people or participants is exercised to make up the mind to your appeal and preference. The Eight Party Alliance Government (EPAG) and every single political party signifying the Interim Parliament (IP) must work to construct this desirable atmosphere. The gossip, news and incident that take place and are accepted become visible that Maoists necessitate being more loyal to the dynamics of democracy rather than misusing the dynamism that the people really hold. If CA is the Maoist's baby, why isn't the Maoists clear how elections are held?
Deserting the cantonment
The PLA leaving the cantonment is not encouraging at all. Some may think and wonder that the Maoists are breaking down, they aren't they are playing as per the strategy to seize all the segments of the state to gain supremacy. Is this a ruse of the Maoists of exercising all the strength may it be in the forest, legislature, street or the government to take over power?
Young Communist League (YCL) and the activities:
YCL is a sister organisation of the Nepal Communist Part Maoist (NCPM) which does not have a good record because of activities that has taken place. A mixture of personalities spell out that the some members of the YCL were militants of the People's Liberation Army (PLA), the Maoists military wing which does suggest that this is not the organisations to help foster democracy and party values but is an establishment that attempts to suppress people's rights. The items of the peace accord have been flouting as well as the unruly, disruptive and irresponsible behaviour has hindered people's expectations. The incident at Dolakha the other day expresses its continuation of rampage and extortion from the hapless people from all walks of life. This is acting as self-appointed police and making it difficult to create a conducive environment. Beating up the Chief District Administrator is never a good sign being part of the government and the IP
Use of a Democratic face
The NCPM as an ingredient of the EPAG has been and is functioning against the government and acting as the opposition party. Is Nepal TV (NTV) turning MTV a Maoist TV? If the ministries are the belongings of the government, let it feel right to the people not the political parties. When the EPA have already decided that the future of the Institution of Monarchy (IOM) would be decided by the people through the CA elections why is the Maoists not being resolute in their standpoint and rerouting themselves rather than concentrating on the attention required for the election?
Diplomatic Community
It is always valuable to pronounce to on every occasion the interest of nations especially the neighbours in the present-day perspective. The diplomatic community's engagement with Nepal's policy is playing a decisive role for the future of a peaceful and democratic Nepal. The Nepalese leaders need and require being more nationalist than ever in this fragile environment of the peace process. Well are we clear of what the present circumstances is? Is it a peace process, post conflict, an opportunity to consolidate authority by the political parties or a phase of a protracted war? Will we betray this nation of ours if we do not be a pro Nepali rather than commenting being anti India, anti China or anti US?
India does not recognise that IOM is a symbol of unity and stability anymore but has left it for the people to decide. Political, economic, energy, water and security interest are of priority for our southern neighbour. With security interest can we assume by mentioning containment of illegal arms and ammunitions within the border to prevent escalating terrorism problem within her own border? Will our friend who is so thoroughly watching the development use the Madhesi crisis as an issue for their advantage to influence and dominate politically as well as a security corridor?
We can notice the shy China turning into an actor in Nepal's policies. Is it because the Himalayas are just borders but not barriers? As Nepalese are basically communists in nature enhancement of political interest would be surprising. The investment in Tibet and the modern link from the mainland would ask to increase and boost economic association. To safeguard one China policy and the territory not to be used for anti China activities and prevent Nepal being politically dominated by other external powers like India and the US, we can see development of security interest.
USA will not accept like Bolshevik Party and its leader Lenin violently and aggressively asserted their dominance over the other parties, sidelined the CA and created their own republic. Will the Nepalese territory be used by the US to contain China from the south? Will the US enhance free Tibet movement and activities? The former US ambassador Mr. Moriaty has did spell out that the NA be firmly under civilian control. The US has also categorically said that the people to decide on the concern of IOM and the type of democracy for peace and prosperity.
Some Scandinavian nations support the NCPM and their cause. The UK may stipulate for a free and fair atmosphere for the elections of the CA.
India does not recognise that IOM is a symbol of unity and stability anymore but has left it for the people to decide. Political, economic, energy, water and security interest are of priority for our southern neighbour. With security interest can we assume by mentioning containment of illegal arms and ammunitions within the border to prevent escalating terrorism problem within her own border? Will our friend who is so thoroughly watching the development use the Madhesi crisis as an issue for their advantage to influence and dominate politically as well as a security corridor?
We can notice the shy China turning into an actor in Nepal's policies. Is it because the Himalayas are just borders but not barriers? As Nepalese are basically communists in nature enhancement of political interest would be surprising. The investment in Tibet and the modern link from the mainland would ask to increase and boost economic association. To safeguard one China policy and the territory not to be used for anti China activities and prevent Nepal being politically dominated by other external powers like India and the US, we can see development of security interest.
USA will not accept like Bolshevik Party and its leader Lenin violently and aggressively asserted their dominance over the other parties, sidelined the CA and created their own republic. Will the Nepalese territory be used by the US to contain China from the south? Will the US enhance free Tibet movement and activities? The former US ambassador Mr. Moriaty has did spell out that the NA be firmly under civilian control. The US has also categorically said that the people to decide on the concern of IOM and the type of democracy for peace and prosperity.
Some Scandinavian nations support the NCPM and their cause. The UK may stipulate for a free and fair atmosphere for the elections of the CA.
Conclusion
IF all agree that people is the strength, aspiration and all the available adjectives and nouns you can think of, let us sit down to create the atmosphere for a free and fair elections to observe a democratic and peaceful Nepal the people so desire.
Why can't the political party's that opt for constitutional monarchy and multiparty democracy demonstrate to the people to justify that this is one option for Nepal's destiny? Why can't we witness more political activities in all parts of the country?
The pronouncement after the Maoists plenum for a people's revolt is not going to justify the actual desire of the people but will destroy the understanding of democracy and peace that the people are peeping for. If the NC, NCD, UML and other political parties still presume that going against the Monarchy is the unifying factor of the EPA, it will be another mistake. It is not monarchy that will undergo it will be consolidation of democracy and the people that will suffer. It wouldn't be incorrect to envisage that Nepal will turn red under the communists and the impact that will have in the region is more to consider not just India and China but the US but as well.
The international community and all the interest groups are available close by to observe the people's aspirations.
If the people had the right to decide the future for a new Nepal why does it have to be the people revolt that the Maoists leadership seem to prefer. CA is another form of revolt, Prachanda please be a 21st century communist leader and learn to live in the democratic surroundings which no valour can oppose or combat to.
Why can't the political party's that opt for constitutional monarchy and multiparty democracy demonstrate to the people to justify that this is one option for Nepal's destiny? Why can't we witness more political activities in all parts of the country?
The pronouncement after the Maoists plenum for a people's revolt is not going to justify the actual desire of the people but will destroy the understanding of democracy and peace that the people are peeping for. If the NC, NCD, UML and other political parties still presume that going against the Monarchy is the unifying factor of the EPA, it will be another mistake. It is not monarchy that will undergo it will be consolidation of democracy and the people that will suffer. It wouldn't be incorrect to envisage that Nepal will turn red under the communists and the impact that will have in the region is more to consider not just India and China but the US but as well.
The international community and all the interest groups are available close by to observe the people's aspirations.
If the people had the right to decide the future for a new Nepal why does it have to be the people revolt that the Maoists leadership seem to prefer. CA is another form of revolt, Prachanda please be a 21st century communist leader and learn to live in the democratic surroundings which no valour can oppose or combat to.
Source: Media for Freedom, August 5, 2007
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