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Civil LawVERIFIED NEPAL LEGAL TERM
Pratinidhibala (प्रतिनिधिबल)
English Equivalent:Proxy Power
Definition Summary
"The legal authority granted to another person to act on one's behalf."
Detailed Explanation
Pratinidhibala is the authority or proxy power granted to an agent or representative to execute documents or make decisions on behalf of the principal.
Legal Basis in Nepal Law
Muluki Civil Code 2074, Agency Chapter.
Practical Example
The overseas director granted pratinidhibala to his local attorney to sign the lease.
Statutory Regulations and Civil Procedures in Nepal
Civil rights, statutory acts (Ain), administrative regulations (Niyamawali), and guidelines (Nirdeshika) form the regulatory framework of Nepal under the Muluki Civil Code 2074.
Key Statutory Rules:
- Rule of Law: All citizens, organizations, and public authorities are bound by the Constitution and statutory acts.
- Precedent Value: Judgments delivered by the Supreme Court of Nepal carry binding precedent values for all lower courts.
- Mediation First: Modern civil procedure encourages mediation at local levels (ward committees) to resolve small neighborhood disputes.
- Legal Representation: Litigants have the right to represent themselves or hire a licensed advocate (Kanuni Byabasayi).
Required Documentation:
- Citizenship certificate or official identification documents.
- Local ward recommendation letters related to the case.
- Prior court orders or registry copies if applicable.
- Written legal petitions prepared by an advocate.