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Opposition Lawmakers Criticize "Hasty" Parliamentary Hearing for Chief Justice Nominee

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Opposition lawmakers have voiced strong objections to the Parliamentary Hearing Committee's "hasty" process for vetting the proposed Chief Justice, arguing that insufficient time was allocated for reviewing complaints and the nominee's work plan. Members from the CPN-UML and Nepali Congress expressed concerns that the expedited proceedings undermine transparency and the committee's credibility, demanding more time for thorough scrutiny before any decision is made.

• Lawmakers from the CPN-UML and Nepali Communist Party demanded the hearing be postponed to allow adequate time to study the 16 complaints filed against the nominee and his proposed work plan.
• Opposition members questioned the urgency of completing all procedures, including reviewing complaints and conducting hearings, within a single day, citing a mismatch between the time given for submitting complaints and the time for study.
• Concerns were raised about the committee potentially acting as a rubber-stamp body for executive decisions if proper procedural scrutiny and time for deliberation are not provided.
• Some lawmakers also requested information regarding the qualifications and expertise of the nominee as decided by the Constitutional Council, and any dissenting opinions raised during its meetings.
• Despite objections, the Parliamentary Hearing Committee decided to proceed with the hearing process on the same day, including direct discussions with complainants and questioning the nominee.