Nepal Bar stages lantern protest over Supreme Court tensions
▸ Part of: Parliamentary Committee Advances Chief Justice Sharma's Hearing Amidst Opposition Concerns
The Nepal Bar Association staged a protest against tensions at the Supreme Court and the refusal to register writ petitions, particularly those challenging the recommendation of Manoj Kumar Sharma as Chief Justice. The Parliamentary Hearing Committee is divided on the timeline for Sharma's confirmation, with some advocating for a fast-track process and others urging caution. Sharma presented an 18-point action plan for judicial reforms, including clearing cases within 18 months and implementing AI tools.
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