Theft and Robbery Under Nepal Penal Code: Definitions, Types & Punishments
Theft and robbery, though both crimes against property, differ in severity and method. The Nepal Penal Code 2074 classifies theft into various types, including...
Homicide Laws in Nepal: Classification, Punishment, and Legal Provisions
Homicide, the unlawful killing of a person, is one of the most serious criminal offenses in Nepal. Governed by the National Penal Code, 2074, homicide is catego...
Rape Laws in Nepal: Legal Definitions, Punishments, and Protections
This article explores Nepal's legal framework on rape as defined in the National Penal Code, 2074. It covers various forms of rape, including statutory rape, ma...
Kidnapping & Hostage-Taking Laws in Nepal | Legal Provisions & Punishment
Kidnapping and hostage-taking are serious crimes under Nepal’s National Penal Code 2074, posing severe threats to personal liberty and security. These acts invo...
Document Fraud and Forgery: Legal Provisions in Nepal
Document fraud and forgery are serious offenses that undermine trust in legal and financial systems. The National Penal Code, 2074, defines and penalizes such c...
Role of Aggravating and Mitigating Factors in Criminal Sentencing
Sentencing in criminal cases is influenced by aggravating and mitigating factors, which help determine the severity of punishment. Aggravating factors, such as...
Understanding Theories of Punishment: Retribution, Deterrence, Prevention & Reform
Punishment theories form the backbone of criminal justice systems, helping society define justice and deal with crime. This article explores the four major theo...
Understanding the Punishment System in Nepal under National Penal Code
Nepal’s punishment system is grounded in both retributive and reformative principles. Governed by the National Penal Code, 2017, it includes imprisonment, fines...