Constitutional Council regains full strength after eight months
Summary
The Constitutional Council has reached full composition after eight months, enabling the appointment of key constitutional officials including the Chief Justice. Legal uncertainties regarding council decision-making powers persist as the government prepares to introduce new ordinances.
Key Points
- The Constitutional Council has been fully composed after an eight-month vacancy period with the election of Bishma Raj Angdembe as opposition leader.
- The council is now able to recommend appointments for key posts including Chief Justice, Chief Election Commissioner, and members of constitutional commissions.
- Senior Justice Sapana Pradhan Malla is a leading candidate for Chief Justice, expected to follow traditional seniority practice.
- Legal ambiguities persist regarding the council's decision-making authority due to unratified ordinances, prompting the government to prepare new legislation.
