Supreme Court seeks written reply in UML petition against House dissolution

Summary

The Supreme Court issued a show cause notice to the President and others regarding the CPN-UML's petition challenging the constitutional validity of the House of Representatives' dissolution and the appointment of Sushila Karki as Prime Minister.

Key Points
  • The Supreme Court issued a show cause notice in the CPN-UML's writ petition challenging the dissolution of the House of Representatives.
  • The bench ordered the defendants, including the Office of the President, to submit written responses within a week.
  • The petition challenges the constitutionality of Sushila Karki's appointment as Prime Minister and demands restoration of the House of Representatives.
  • The petitioners seek a stay on all election processes scheduled for March 5 and request the court to conduct continuous hearings on the matter.
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