Five Key Questions Raised to Chief Justice Nominee Yearman Pun

A summary of the news has been prepared following an editorial review. Communist Party of Nepal (CPN) parliamentarian Yearman Pun posed several questions to Chief Justice nominee Dr. Manoj Sharma during the parliamentary hearing, specifically addressing concerns related to nepotism and familial favoritism. Pun referenced Harikrishna Karki’s report on judicial corruption while inquiring about proposed reforms. He also questioned the nominee on transitional justice and the impact of stay orders on development.

On May 19, Kathmandu – CPN parliamentarian Yearman Pun asked multiple questions to the proposed Chief Justice Dr. Manoj Sharma, who has been undergoing parliamentary scrutiny for some time. During the hearing, members of parliament raised various issues. The main questions posed by Pun were as follows:

• There have been allegations of nepotism and reports suggesting familial favoritism. There is talk of groupism and favoritism within the courts. How do you intend to address these concerns going forward?
• There are numerous questions regarding judicial performance. Criticism has been made about a lack of judicial empathy. Why are people questioning the judiciary, executive, and legislative branches?
• Harikrishna Karki’s report mentions corruption within the judiciary. What measures will you propose to address this issue?
• What is your perspective on transitional justice?
• Stay orders tend to delay work. How will you ensure the courts become development-friendly by reducing such delays?