Constitutional Council Recommends Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma for Chief Justice
Summary
The Constitutional Council has recommended Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma for the post of Chief Justice of the Supreme Court following the retirement of Chief Justice Prakashman Singh Raut.
Key Points
- The Constitutional Council recommended Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma for Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.
- Chief Justice Prakashman Singh Raut retired after reaching the age limit of 65 years on Chaitra 18.
- The Judicial Council had recommended six judges including Sapana Pradhan Malla for the Chief Justice post.
- Article 129(3) of the Constitution requires at least three years of service as Supreme Court judge to be eligible for the Chief Justice position.
