“Why punish people for being unmarried?” : MP Sushila Thing

Kathmandu — Nepal tax on unmarried citizens has become a heated topic in Parliament. Nepali Congress MP Sushila Thing recently criticized the government’s tax policy, which charges unmarried individuals higher income tax than married taxpayers. She questioned why the state penalizes people for their marital status instead of treating all citizens equally.

MP Questions Fairness of Nepal Tax on Unmarried Citizens

MP Thing explained that under current law, the definition of a family includes parents, children, spouses, and extended relatives. When parents pass away, many unmarried individuals are left without recognized family support. Instead of providing relief, the state imposes a heavier tax burden on unmarried citizens in Nepal.

“Why punish people for being unmarried?” she asked in Parliament. She urged the government to revise the tax system to ensure fairness and equality.

Growing Concerns Over Tax Discrimination in Nepal

This debate on Nepal tax on unmarried citizens has raised concerns about fairness and human rights. Critics argue that a progressive tax system should focus on income brackets and economic capacity, not marital status. Supporters of reform believe the policy reinforces social stigma and ignores changing social dynamics in Nepal, where more people are choosing to remain single.

According to Nepal Law Commission, tax laws must align with constitutional principles of equality. Civil society groups also warn that unfair taxation could discourage individuals from exercising personal freedoms.

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Calls for Reform in Nepal’s Tax Policy

MP Thing’s intervention has brought attention to the need for a comprehensive review of Nepal’s tax system. She emphasized that all taxpayers, married or unmarried, should contribute equally based on their income level.

This parliamentary debate marks an important step in questioning whether the Nepal tax on unmarried policy violates equal rights. As discussions continue, policymakers face pressure to amend the law and remove discriminatory practices.