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Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma Unanimously Approved and Sworn In as Chief Justice

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The Parliamentary Hearing Committee has unanimously endorsed Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma as the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. Following this approval, President Ram Chandra Paudel administered the oath of office and secrecy to Sharma, officially appointing him to the position. Sharma is set to serve a full six-year term, concluding his tenure in May 2089 BS.

  • Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma was recommended for the Chief Justice position by the Constitutional Council on May 7.
  • A total of 16 complaints were filed against Dr. Sharma during the parliamentary hearing process.
  • Sharma's appointment breaks the tradition of appointing the Chief Justice based solely on seniority, as he was fourth in line.
  • The swearing-in ceremony was attended by several high-ranking state officials, including the Vice President, Prime Minister, Speaker, and National Assembly Chairperson.
  • Sharma has vowed to safeguard the autonomy of the courts and not tolerate any external influence on the legal process.

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