Nepal Picks Justice Manoj Sharma As New Chief Justice Amid Surprise Move (opens in new tab)

Nepal has nominated Justice Manoj Sharma as the country’s 33rd Chief Justice in a move that has sparked widespread political and legal discussion\. The Constitutional Council reportedly bypassed the acting Chief Justice and selected Sharma, who was fourth in line within the judiciary hierarchy\. The decision has intensified debate over judicial appointments, constitutional procedures, and the future direction of Nepal’s top court at a politically sensitive time\. \#nepal \#balenshah \#chiefju...