The Role of the Attorney General: Balancing Legal Counsel and Independent Prosecution
Summary
The Attorney General of Nepal serves as both the chief legal advisor and the chief prosecutor, but concerns have arisen about misuse of discretionary power and political influence in case withdrawals.
Key Points
- The Attorney General is constitutionally the chief legal advisor and chief prosecutor in Nepal.
- There is growing concern about misuse of the Attorney General's discretionary power to serve political interests.
- The Attorney General should act independently and represent the state as a whole, not just the government.
- Legal reforms are needed to separate prosecution from political interference and ensure justice is based on facts and evidence.
