[1][2][3] It is the apex advisory body of the Government of Nepal for formulating a national vision, periodic plans and policies for development.
The NPC assesses resource needs, identifies sources of funding, and allocates budget for socio-economic development.
It serves as a central agency for monitoring and evaluating development plans, policies and programs.
Following the introduction of the partyless Panchayat system in 1961, the National Planning Council was formed under the then king.
After the historic restoration of multiparty democracy in 1990, the newly elected government reconstituted the NPC again with the Prime Minister as chair, a full-time vice-chairman, five Members, and a Member-Secretary.