An interaction organized by Transparency International Nepal (TIN) on 6 August 2015 focused on the appointment of justices in the judiciary.
A paper by Dr Bipin Adhikari laid the ground for discussions on the prevailing practices of Nepal and some other countries.
Issues highlighted during the discussion included the need to expand the scope and mandate of the Judicial Council (JC), the necessity of a separate wing for investigation of corruption in judiciary, publishing names of candidates shortlisted by the JC for public scrutiny, revamping the current parliamentary hearing system, abolishing the current practice of appointments based on political and other linkages, and strengthening the role of chief justice for stronger accountability and leadership in the judicial sector.
JC member Ram Situala opined that the newly reorganized JC is initiating steps to bring in more integrity in the appointment process. TIN is drafting its recommendations to the JC.
