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Alpine Law Associates is the leading full-service law firm encompassing a wide range of legal practices located in Kathmandu, Nepal. It consists of a team of the country's best lawyers, each with expertise in their respective fields, tailored to meet clients' specific needs.

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Anamnagar-29, Kathmandu

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+977 9841114443

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Adoption in Nepal: Legal Process, Requirements, and Responsibilities Under the Muluki Civil Code 2074

Adoption in Nepal: Legal Process, Requirements, and Responsibilities Under the Muluki Civil Code 2074

This article explores the comprehensive legal framework governing adoption in Nepal as outlined in Chapter 8 of the Muluki Civil Code 2074. It details the eligibility criteria for both adopters and adoptees, emphasizing the requirements such as marital status, age, and financial capacity for adopters, and specific conditions for adoptees. The process involves obtaining necessary consents, filing petitions in the appropriate court, and ensuring that the rights and responsibilities of both adoptive parents and children are maintained. Additionally, the article discusses the implications of adoption on family relationships, including the use of surnames and conditions under which an adoption can be annulled. This guide is essential for anyone interested in understanding the legal, social, and familial responsibilities involved in the adoption process in Nepal.

  • February 03, 2025
Understanding Capacity to Contract in Nepal

Understanding Capacity to Contract in Nepal

The capacity to contract ensures that only competent individuals and entities can enter into legally binding agreements. In Nepal, the National Civil Code, 2017 identifies minors, persons of unsound mind, and legally disqualified persons as lacking capacity. While guardians may contract on behalf of minors or those mentally unfit, contracts directly entered by such individuals are void. Disqualifications also extend to individuals with criminal convictions or insolvency. These rules aim to protect vulnerable groups and uphold fairness and enforceability in legal and commercial transactions.

  • April 02, 2025