Rastriya Swatantra Party and CPN-UML MPs Clash Over Judicial Restructuring in Parliament
Summary
Rastriya Swatantra Party and CPN-UML MPs clashed in the House of Representatives over proposals to restructure the judiciary, investigate judges' assets, and form a parliamentary mechanism to study court verdicts. The debate centered on judicial independence, accountability, and constitutional limits on parliamentary discussion.
Key Points
- RSP MP Yagyamani Neupane called for judicial restructuring, asset investigations of judges, and a parliamentary committee to study court verdicts.
- UML MP Guru Prasad Baral objected, saying the constitution’s separation of powers prohibits interference in the judiciary.
- Neupane argued that debating structural reform and judges’ accountability does not violate Article 105 of the constitution.
- The dispute highlighted broader tensions over how to make the judiciary more accountable without undermining its independence.
