Senior Advocate Baburam Dahal Discusses Chief Justice Recommendation
Summary
Senior Advocate Baburam Dahal discusses the recommendation of Justice Manoj Kumar Sharma, ranked fourth, as Chief Justice and its implications on judiciary tradition, independence, and reform in Nepal.
Key Points
- The recommendation of Justice Manoj Kumar Sharma as Chief Justice broke traditional seniority norms but is constitutionally sound under Article 129(3).
- The previous 'setting' in Nepal's judiciary, where Chief Justice succession was predetermined by political influence, has been disrupted by this appointment.
- Capable senior justices like Sapana Pradhan Malla, Hari Phuyal, and Kumar Regmi were passed over due to this break from tradition, causing debate and claims of victimization.
- Justice Manoj Sharma faces the challenge of proving his impartiality and leading judicial reforms to restore public trust and reduce political interference in the judiciary.
