Balancing the trade-offs under electoral laws

Elections in any society are generally a complex process, and it is through this process that the nature of democratic values and the setup are determined. Balancing free and fair elections and ensuring the right to vote and informed decision-making poses challenges. If past electoral processes are anything to indicate, Bhutan seems to be undergoing similar challenges.

Who is a nyikem?

Literarily, nyikelm in English means either double rank or double entitlement....

Optimizing Rice Yield in Bhutan…?

Bhutanese farmers have been cultivating native rice varieties that are tall,...

Seeking a sustainable ASEAN engagement with Myanmar

Indonesia’s 2023 ASEAN chairmanship drew to a close with the conclusion...

Writing for change in Bhutan

Bhutan's Constitution promises fundamental freedoms of speech, expression, opinion, and media,...

Can we sustain rice farming in Bhutan?

We are basically an agrarian society, but of late agriculture in...

Rule of Law in Bhutan: A cornerstone of democratic governance

In the realm of democracy, the rule of law stands as...

Addressing the root causes of corruption in Bhutan

The recent revelations brought to light by the Bhutan Transparency Initiative...

Recent judicial controversies and public confidence

Public confidence in the judiciary finds its foundation in Article 21(1)...

Bhutan’s graduation from LDC status is a beacon to the world

It is a remarkable fact that Bhutan is the only carbon-negative...

Accountability of public authorities lost in legislation—Civil Liability Act

The recently enacted Civil Liability Act of Bhutan draft contained comprehensive...

Growing need for social investment in Bhutan

With the demand for services becoming more pronounced and even more...

How can we deal with the coming climate and food crises?

After a sizzling summer, the UN Secretary General has warned that...

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