Employee Rights Nepal

Workplace discrimination and harassment are any unfair or abusive treatment of an employee or a customer based on their personal characteristics, such as gender, caste, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or age. Workplace discrimination and harassment can take various forms, such as:Denying equal opportunities or benefits to certain employees or customers Making offensive or derogatory remarks or jokes about certain employees or customers Displaying or circulating discriminatory or obscene materials or messages

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the Labor Act, 2017 (2074), and the accompanying Labor Rules, 2018 (2075), which are the foundation of labor law in Nepal. It explains who the law applies to, various types of employment, requirements for employment agreements, probationary periods, and processes for foreign nationals to obtain work permits. You'll also find important details about working hours, remuneration policies, leave provisions, social security funds, labor retrenchment, and disciplinary actions for misconduct. Whether you're an employer, employee, or a foreign worker planning to work in Nepal, this guide will help you navigate the legal framework governing labor laws in Nepal.