 |
|||
|
|
|||
|
| LETTERS |
Thwarted Development Apropos the cover story "Ideals and
Reality" (SPOTLIGHT, November 9), it is clear that nothing is wrong with the present
constitution of the country. In fact, any system is as good as people who run it.
Therefore, there can be no justification for blaming all the woes of the country on the
constitution. It is apparent that whoever is trying to amend or scrap the present
constitution are doing so for their vested interest. Who will benefit by unsettling the
system? Not the people, for sure. Dinesh Bista Playing Politics Everybody is playing politics with the
constitution. ("Ideals and Reality", SPOTLIGHT, November 9). The leaders are
changing their tune everyday. A leader of a party says one thing, which is immediately
refuted by another leader of the same party. What is this nonsense? Havenít our leaders
gained enough maturity in the last 12 years of meddling with this system? It does not seem
so. The present constitution is a fine one. While it may not be a perfect one (which one
is?), there is no need to discard it as demanded by the Maoists. What are these Maoists up
to, any way? Do they think that their pre-historic views are going to stand the test of
the 21st century? They are living in the past. Let them. Giridhar KC A Whipping Boy The constitution has become a favorite
whipping boy for the leaders who failed to deliver in the past one decade ("Ideals
and Reality", SPOTLIGHT, November 9). It is ridiculous to surmise that people believe
corruption was instigated by the constitution or, for that matter, crime was encouraged by
the document. The constitution is not an end in itself. It is the means by which the
collective goal of a nation can be reached. In fact, it is mere commitment to abide by the
rules while achieving the goal. At present, there is no need to bring about any amendment
to the document. Satish Basnet Abandon Rigidity No constitution is rigid. The same is true
with ours. ("Ideals and Reality", SPOTLIGHT, November 9). Timely amendments are
welcome. But those calling for amendments should first make clear which provisions they
want to amend and why. If the public is convinced, it can be done. However, baseless
allegations against the constitution are rooted in cynicism. Despite the constitution not
being beyond reproach, there should not be unjustified demands that could upset the
democratic system. Pradeep Kumar Thapa Confusion And Chaos The endless statements against the
constitution have led to confusion and chaos among the people. ("Ideals and
Reality", SPOTLIGHT, November 9). The common Nepali is confused whether his woes are
a result of the constitution. To cover up their illegal acts and wrongdoing, politicians
are pointing fingers at the constitution. Then there is a group of guerrillas who claim to
represent the people and at the same time fear rule through the ballot. The trigger-happy
bunch is also working to undermine the constitution. The situation is truly chaotic. Jeevan Gurung Stability Is The Key The proclamation of Prince Paras as the
Crown Prince by King Gyanendra was not unexpected ("Continuity And Stability",
SPOTLIGHT, November 9). Nepal being a country with diverse ethnic communities, the
monarchy had functioned as a rallying point, establishing itself as the key to national
stability. The proclamation of the Crown Prince is bound to have a positive effect. Time
demands all Nepalese to shrug off their prejudices and work towards strengthening the
stability of their nation. Gauri Shrestha Trade Talks India does need to show magnanimity in
dealing with its smaller neighbor like Nepal ("Coming Closer?" SPOTLIGHT,
November 9). The 1996 trade treaty had opened up opportunities for Nepal to narrow its
trade deficit with India. But now, Indian officialdom wants to set things in reverse gear
by refusing to renew the treaty. India knows that Nepal is hugely dependent on its
southern neighbor on matters of trade. However, resorting to arm-twisting will not help
Indiaís interest in the long run. Shiva Nath Lamsal |
Send your feedback to the
editor: spotligh@mos.com.np |
