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Trafficking in Nepal: Policy Analysis An Assessment of Laws and Policies for the Prevention and Control of Trafficking in Nepal

Dr. Jyoti Sanghera & Ms. Ratna Kapur (Advocate)

This study assesses Nepal’s policies and laws that address the trafficking of women and children in terms of effectiveness, human rights, international obligations, and the relationship between trafficking and HIV. Through both formal and informal methods utilizing primary and secondary data, the study reviewed policies and laws related to trafficking, HIV/AIDS, labor and foreign employment, foreign travel and migration, gender, and children’s issues. The study evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of the Nepal’s policies and laws and offers recommendations for improving them.

 

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