Conflict victims file petition against transitional justice appointments
Summary
Conflict victims filed a writ petition at the Supreme Court challenging recent appointments to Nepal's transitional justice commissions, alleging political favoritism and lack of consultation with victims.
Key Points
- Conflict victims filed a writ petition challenging recent appointments to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) and the Commission of Investigation on Enforced Disappeared Persons (CIEDP).
- The petition claims that the selection process was marred by political power-sharing and appointment of unqualified individuals.
- A total of 334 conflict victims demanded revocation of appointments, stating they violated constitutional and legal provisions.
- Justice Til Prasad Shrestha overturned a previous rejection of the case, allowing registration of the petition.
