The status of press freedom policy after comprehensive peace accord 2006 in Nepal

Abstract

Press is the fourth Estate of the nation. In Nepalese political history the press has played a vital role to facilitate the peace building process through the news to views. In whatever situation, the critical stage of under direct rule of king, in critical situation of cease fire or post conflict era, the press has devoted to address and advocate to both armed group - the Maoist and government to be rational and serious on peace process. In spite of facilitating role of press, to assure peace process, the government and the political parties including Maoists, could not respect and guaranteed the press freedom. Mostly the political parties have been failed to be dedicated and responsible for Comprehensive peace accord 2006 and protecting amendment of free press. Due to those cause, it have been created the hazardous challenges for the government and press to sustain the conclusion of peace process.