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Translation: Human Trafficking

Translation: Human Trafficking

“To establish someone as the main accused or fully culpable in a human trafficking case, it must be proven that the person was involved in, or committed, acts such as transporting the victim from one place to another within Nepal for the purpose of trafficking, or taking the victim abroad, buying or selling the victim, or engaging them in prostitution for that same purpose.”

Translation: Contract

Translation: Contract

विषय : गाडी भाडामा दिने लिनेको सम्झौता सम्बन्धमा ।

Translation: Power of Attorney

If I am required to appear before the Honorable Court to submit a response or to proceed with the hearing on the scheduled dates, I will not be able to be present due to the necessity of traveling abroad for urgent work.

Notary Services: Survey

Notary Services: Survey

A notary is an authorized official who verifies identities and witnesses document signings to prevent fraud and ensure authenticity. Notarial services help make legal and financial transactions trustworthy, secure, and properly documented.

Notary Services: An Introduction

Notary Services: An Introduction

Notary Public राज्यद्वारा अधिकृत अधिकारी हो जसले कागजात, हस्ताक्षर, प्रतिलिपि, अनुवाद र शपथपत्र प्रमाणित गर्छ। नेपालमा यो व्यवस्था २०६३ पछि सुरु भयो र सबै कानूनी कागजातमा यसको प्रमाणिकरण विश्वसनीय मानिन्छ।

Notary Public: A Sketch

Notary Public: A Sketch

A notary public in Nepal must meet legal qualifications, pass required exams (for translators), complete training, obtain a 5-year renewable certificate, work within the assigned jurisdiction, and submit periodic reports as mandated by the Notary Public Act 2063.

Notary in Nepal: Services

Notary in Nepal: Services

सामान्यतया Notary ले deed, estate, license, power of attorney, affidavit, trust जस्ता महत्वपूर्ण कागजातहरूको वास्तविकता जाँच गर्ने र सही व्यक्तिबाट सही तरिकाले हस्ताक्षर भएको सुनिश्चित गर्ने काम गर्दछ।

Notary & Translation

Notary & Translation

A notary public verifies and certifies documents, signatures, and translations for legal and official use locally and abroad.

Notary and Translation

Notary and Translation

This certifies that Ms. Sunila Gurung of Ward No. 3, Dharche Rural Municipality, Gorkha District, was elected Vice-Chairperson in the 2022 local election.

Translation: Certificate II

Translation: Certificate II

This certificate is awarded to Ms. Sunita Gurung (New Buspark) for winning the Consolation Prize in the 2nd Indigenous Teej Festival–2017 and Open Teej Song Competition. Congratulations!

Translation: Certificate

Translation: Certificate

This certifies that Ms. Sunila Gurung of Dharche Rural Municipality–3, Gorkha, was elected as the Vice-Chairperson of Dharche Rural Municipality in the 2022 election.

Translation: Authorized Power

Translation: Authorized Power

The author, Jeet Bahadur Rayamajhi, formally grants Krishna Prasai the exclusive rights to translate his book “Mithila Folk Art: An Introduction” into English and to publish, distribute, sell, and broadcast the translated version through any medium, both in Nepal and internationally.

Translation: Statute of Sahayatra

Translation: Statute of Sahayatra

Sahayatra Nepal is a non-profit organization that promotes public awareness on social, cultural, and environmental issues through music, arts, and media. It has a structured governance system, defined membership, transparent fund management, and collaborates with national and international bodies to achieve its objectives.

Notary and Translation: Letter of Honor

Notary and Translation: Letter of Honor

The Government of Nepal honored Mr. Shiv Bahadur Pariyar with the National Youth Talent Award 2016 and a cash prize of Rs. 1,00,000 for his contribution to classical and modern music and for inspiring Nepali youth. It is a sample of our endeavor.

Marriage: Foundation of Family and Society

Marriage: Foundation of Family and Society

Marriage is a legally and socially recognized union that brings two individuals together to share love, responsibilities, and a life of mutual support. It forms the foundation of family and society, requiring trust, communication, and commitment to grow and succeed.

Translation: Divorce

Translation: Divorce

“Translation of the judgment delivered by Judge Ram Prasad Gyawali of the Chitwan District Court on 11 May 2025 (Saturday).”

Marriage: A Philosophical Perspectives

The philosophy of marriage explores the conceptual, ethical, and existential dimensions of marriage. It asks fundamental questions about what marriage is, why people marry, and what constitutes a good or successful marriage.

Marriage Tradition in Nepal

Nepali weddings are vibrant and full of tradition. The bride wears a red saree symbolizing love and fertility, and the couple participates in rituals like Mehendi, Supari, and pooja. They exchange garlands, rings, and sindoor powder, while elders give blessings and playful customs like shoe-stealing add fun. The bride is then welcomed into the groom’s home, and guests congratulate the couple, making the celebration meaningful and joyous.

Court Marriage: Step by step

Marriage Registration in Nepal: Guidelines for Nepali and Foreign Citizens. Marriage in Nepal is open to Nepali citizens residing in Nepal, Nepali citizens living abroad, and foreign citizens wishing to marry in Nepal.

Court Marriage in Nepal: A Complete and Chronological Legal Guide

A key prerequisite for court marriage is the submission of a Single Status Certificate (Affidavit of Eligibility for Marriage), proving that each individual is legally free to marry. The process applies to both Nepali citizens and foreigners, though foreigners must meet additional requirements, including a verified copy of the marriage law from their home country.

Court Marriage in Nepal

Court marriage in Nepal is a straightforward legal process available to Nepalese citizens living within or outside Nepal, as well as to foreign nationals. This guide explains the legal framework, required documents, step-by-step procedures, and timelines to help couples understand the entire process clearly.

Notary Services in Legal Connection

Beyond basic notarization, notary publics in Nepal also perform several additional legal tasks. These include certifying true copies of originals, verifying and attesting photographs, witnessing signatures, administering oaths and affirmations, preparing declarations, and verifying documents related to inheritance, property transfer, and commercial transactions.

Notary Council: Establishment and Functions

The primary responsibilities of the Nepal Notary Public Council include formulating policies for notary operations, issuing notary certificates, conducting examinations and training for translators and notary applicants, and monitoring whether notaries follow the Notary Public Act, Rules, and Code of Conduct.

Court's Verdict

Court's Verdict

Several decisions of the Supreme Court of Nepal have also interpreted polygamy as a violation of women’s rights and a practice that increases social inequality, firmly establishing that “consent” holds no legal significance in such cases.

Marriage: Polygamy is unlawful

Marriage: Polygamy is unlawful

Engaging in such unlawful bigamy attracts criminal liability under the National Criminal Code, including imprisonment ranging from one to five years and a fine ranging from ten thousand to fifty thousand rupees.

Court Marriage: Nepali Senario

Court Marriage: Nepali Senario

Court marriage in Nepal has emerged as a modern, legally secure, and increasingly preferred method for couples seeking an efficient and straightforward path to marital recognition, especially in a society where traditional customs often blend with evolving social values.

Case: Forced Sexual Intercourse

Case: Forced Sexual Intercourse

The Supreme Court determined that the relationship, despite involving a minor (aged 14), was not a case of forced sexual intercourse (rape) under Section 3(3), but rather a case of Marital Rape under the less severe Section 3(6) of the Muluki Ain (Rape Chapter), coupled with an illegal child marriage.

Great Poet Kalidas

Great Poet Kalidas

एक लोककथाअनुसार, कालिदास रूखको हाँगाको टुप्पामा बसेर फेद काट्दै थिए —त्यति मूर्ख व्यक्तिले पछि संस्कृत साहित्यको महाकवि भएर विश्वप्रसिद्ध हुन्छन् भन्ने कल्पना कसैले गर्न सक्दैनथ्यो। “हुने हार दैव नटार” भन्ने उक्ति उनको जीवनमा पूर्णतः सार्थक भएको देखिन्छ।

मङ्गोल र किराँतको परिभाषा

मङ्गोल र किराँतको परिभाषा

मानव सभ्यताको उत्पत्तिबारे वैज्ञानिक तथा ऐतिहासिक अनुसन्धानहरूले देखाउने तथ्य नै —मानवको मूल जरा एकै हो, र होमो सेपियन्स नामक प्रजातिको उद्गम प्राचीन अफ्रिकाबाट भएको हो।' मानव विकासक्रममा होमो हाबिलिस, होमो इरेक्टस हुँदै होमो नेन्डर्थल जस्ता प्रजातिहरूबाट विकास भई आधुनिक मान्छे आजका स्वरूपमा पुगेका हुन्। यसै जैविक सत्यका आधारमा विश्वका सबै मानिसहरूको जैविक उत्पत्ति समान मानिन्छ।

Crack Diamonds in Time of Need

Crack Diamonds in Time of Need

Long, long ago, King Yudhishthir lived in the forest with his four brothers: Bhim, Arjuna, Nakul, and Sahadeva. They did not have a home, money, or comfort. Life in the forest was very hard.

Habeas corpus

Habeas corpus

Writ Filed at Supreme Court Demanding order Justices to resume hearings (previous post)

Five Writs to the Courts

नेपालमा अदालतले जारी गर्ने प्रमुख ५ रिटहरूको विस्तृत जा�...

महाकाव्यमा दौडिँदै प्रसाई, भित्र्याउँदै आधुनिकता

महाकाव्यमा दौडिँदै प्रसाई, भित्र्याउँदै आधुनिकता

लेखनका हिसाबले पाँचवटा महाकाव्य लेखिसकेका कवि कृष्ण प्रसाईंका तीनवटा महाकाव्य प्रकाशित छन्। विजयवती (२०७९), प्रतिविम्ब (२०८०) र सत्यवती (२०८१) प्रकाशित छन् भने नौली र नैनशोभा पाण्डुलिपिमा सीमित छन्। महाकाव्य भन्नेबित्तिकै नेपाली साहित्यका पाठक तथा सर्जकहरूले आदिकवि भानुभक्त आचार्य, महाकवि लक्ष्मीप्रसाद देवकोटा, कवि भरतराज पन्तलगायतका कविहरूलाई सम्झने गर्दछन्। तर पछिल्ला चार दशकमा दर्जनौँ कविहरूका महाकाव्य पाठकमाझ आएका छन्।

Marriage

Marriage

वैवाहिक जोडीबिचमा आपसी सहमतिमा हुन सक्ने करणी आपराधिक नहुने

Court Marriage and Divorce in Nepal

Court Marriage and Divorce in Nepal

Marriage is not only a social or religious union in Nepal but also a legal institution recognized by the state. When marriage is registered officially in court, it is known as a Court Marriage — a lawful union between two consenting adults under the supervision of a District Court. Court Marriage provides a legal certificate that validates the relationship and safeguards the rights and responsibilities of both partners under the National Civil Code, 2074 (2017).