Pajani System

The Pajani System was a system of appointing government officials in Nepal.

History

The Pajani System has deep roots in history of Nepal and has been used by Licchavi, Malla, and Early Shah, Rana period rulers.

The Pajani System ended in late 1970s.[1][2]

Procedure

In the Pajani System, the Head of State could directly appoint, transfer or dismiss government servants. Annual Pajani ceremonies were held and re-appointment and dismissal of the officials was set for a period of one year, based on loyalty.[1][2]

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See also

References
  1. Brown, T. Louise (1 November 2002). The Challenge to Democracy in Nepal. Routledge. pp. 6–. ISBN 978-1-134-88533-6.
  2. Joshi, Bhuwan Lal; Rose, Leo E. (1966). Democratic Innovations in Nepal: A Case Study of Political Acculturation. University of California Press. pp. 27–. GGKEY:5N30S3HU9BC.

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