Three Supreme Court justices pressured to resign or face impeachment, rights groups claim
Summary
International rights groups express concern over political interference in Nepal's judiciary, highlighting pressure on Supreme Court justices and changes undermining judicial independence.
Key Points
- International rights organisations warn about growing political interference in Nepal's judiciary.
- Amendments to the Constitutional Council Act via ordinance raise concerns about judicial appointments.
- Three senior Supreme Court justices reportedly pressured to resign under threat of impeachment.
- Rights groups call for transparent, merit-based judicial appointments and judicial independence.
