2023
DOI: 10.3126/batuk.v9i1.51899
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Assessing Legal Provisions and Policies for Improving Decent Work Conditions in Nepal

Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to assess the legal provisions and policies for promoting decent work conditions in Nepal. It follows an integrative review of different legal documents including laws, policies, and provisions related to decent work in the Nepalese context. The evidence shows that laws and policies enacted by the government form the legislative foundation for the labor markets and decent work conditions in Nepal. Mainly, the Constitution of Nepal, 2015; Labor Act, 2017; Trade Union Act, 1992; Chil… Show more

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“…Therefore, they might stay with the existing company provided the company can provide an alluring compensation plan for them (Shepherd & Matthews, 2000;Jardine & Amig, 2001). In addition to this, implementing the concept of decent work (Shrestha, 2021(Shrestha, , 2022(Shrestha, , and 2023 can assist in creating productive workplaces and increase employee retention. In conclusion, Nepalese BFIs need to provide timely promotion opportunities and fair compensation practices so that they can retain talented employees in their organizations.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Therefore, they might stay with the existing company provided the company can provide an alluring compensation plan for them (Shepherd & Matthews, 2000;Jardine & Amig, 2001). In addition to this, implementing the concept of decent work (Shrestha, 2021(Shrestha, , 2022(Shrestha, , and 2023 can assist in creating productive workplaces and increase employee retention. In conclusion, Nepalese BFIs need to provide timely promotion opportunities and fair compensation practices so that they can retain talented employees in their organizations.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Nepal's strong laws and regulations are against the purchase and ownership of small arms and strict procedures for licensing and renewal. Nepal is still facing difficulties in mitigating the illicit trafficking of small firearms as a result of its porous frontiers with India and the geographically arduous yet logistically viable northern boundary with China (Shrestha, 2023). However, the main question is how to prevent the illegal trade of small arms through the long open border with India in the east, west and south, and the possibility of such trade from the geographically difficult but technically feasible northern border with China.…”
Section: Small Arms Proliferations: Causes and Concernsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Occupational health and safety have been issues of serious concern worldwide. Provisions and laws have been enacted to improve worker well-being and ensure employee safety and health (Shrestha, 2023). The Government of Nepal began prioritizing workers' health and safety after the establishment of multiparty democracy in 1990 (Adhikari & Maskay, 2004).…”
Section: Policies On Occupational Health and Safetymentioning
confidence: 99%