Supreme Court to hear PM Oli confidence vote case today

Summary

The Supreme Court of Nepal is hearing a case today regarding whether Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli must seek a vote of confidence after political parties withdrew support.

Key Points
  • The Supreme Court is examining if PM KP Sharma Oli must seek a vote of confidence after withdrawal of support by political parties.
  • The case was filed by lawyer Birendra KC regarding the withdrawal by Nagrik Unmukti Party and Janata Samajwadi Party Nepal.
  • Article 100(2) of the Constitution mandates the Prime Minister must present a confidence vote within 30 days, which PM Oli did not fulfill.
  • The court will assess the government's legal validity and other constitutional questions before issuing any order.
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