Opinion | Deciphering the cacophony of silences and the roar of approval
Summary
The piece criticizes Nepal’s political and judicial culture, focusing on the detention of former Chief Justice Cholendra Shamsher Rana and the public silence around it. It also targets Prime Minister Balendra Shah and the growing approval for his confrontational style of governance.
Key Points
- The article argues that contempt-of-court concerns and judicial overreach have long blurred the line between politics and justice in Nepal.
- It highlights the unlawful detention of former Chief Justice Cholendra Shamsher Rana and the muted response from the media, intellectuals, and institutions.
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah is criticized for evictions, political purges, and his disregard for Parliament.
- The author contrasts public silence over Rana’s case with the loud approval given to Shah’s actions.
