Supreme Court Judges Express Concern Over External Interference and Former Chief Justice's Arrest
Summary
Supreme Court judges have voiced concern over external interference in judicial proceedings and the midnight arrest of former chief justice Cholendra Shumsher Rana. In a heated full court meeting, they pressed Chief Justice Dr. Manoj Sharma over influence on cases and the independence of the judiciary.
Key Points
- Sixteen of 17 incumbent Supreme Court judges attended a full court meeting to discuss the arrest of former Chief Justice Cholendra Shumsher Rana and external interference in the judiciary.
- Judges questioned Chief Justice Dr. Manoj Sharma about the growing influence of mediators and reported pressure on court proceedings.
- Concerns were also raised about interference in the Special Court and the formation of the constitutional bench.
- Dr. Sharma said he was committed to protecting an independent judiciary and would consider the issues raised.
