Obstructing Religious Rituals

Religious Crime in Nepal: Laws, Offenses, and Legal Safeguards Explained

Nepal, a nation known for its religious tolerance, faces emerging challenges with religiously motivated crimes. The Muluki Civil Code, 2074 (Part 2, Chapter 10, Sections 155–159), outlines legal safeguards against religious offenses, including hate speech, forced conversions, vandalism of sacred sites, and obstruction of traditional rituals. Offenders can face penalties such as fines, imprisonment, and in the case of foreign nationals, deportation. The legal framework ensures respect for all religious communities while penalizing acts that threaten social harmony. Alpine Law Associates provides comprehensive legal services in religious offense cases, including consultation, complaint filing, court representation, mediation, and protection of religious freedoms. Addressing these sensitive issues requires both legal enforcement and active promotion of mutual respect among different faiths. This article offers a detailed overview of the laws, penalties, and available legal assistance to safeguard Nepal’s cultural pluralism and religious harmony.