Kathmandu, Nov. 3 -- The ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has instructed its parliamentary wing to begin the process of addressing what it describes as irregularities in the judiciary. The move has raised questions about when and how the party intends to act against Supreme Court justices facing allegations of misconduct, including through impeachment.

RSP chair Rabi Lamichhane has been holding discussions on how the party should pursue judicial reform. Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Sobita Gautam, who is also an RSP vice-chair, said the party secretariat had decided to consult various stakeholders through its parliamentary wing before taking further steps.

"The party chair has held discussions with lawmakers who h...