Sushila Karki: The Trailblazing Former Chief Justice of Nepal and Gen Z's Choice for Leadership
Sushila Karki, a prominent figure in the Gen Z movement, is recognized as the first woman to serve as the Chief Justice of Nepal. She took office on July 11, 2016, marking a significant milestone in the country's judicial history.
Controversies and Resilience
In 2017, Karki faced an impeachment motion initiated by the Maoist Centre and the Nepali Congress in Parliament. However, due to public outcry and a Supreme Court interim order, the motion was ultimately withdrawn.
Potential Leadership Role
Educational Background and Career Path
Karki earned her Bachelor of Arts from Mahendra Morang Campus in Biratnagar in 1975, followed by a Master’s in Political Science from Banaras Hindu University in India. She later obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Law from Tribhuvan University in Nepal.
She began her legal career in Biratnagar in 1979 and briefly worked as an assistant teacher at Mahendra Multiple Campus in Dharan in 1985. By 2007, she had advanced to the position of Senior Advocate.
Karki was appointed as an Ad-Hoc Justice at the Supreme Court on January 22, 2009, and became a Permanent Justice on November 18, 2010. She served as Acting Chief Justice from April 13, 2016, until her official appointment as Chief Justice on July 11, 2016, a role she held until June 7, 2017.
Literary Contributions
In addition to her judicial career, Sushila Karki is also an accomplished author. Her autobiography, titled Nyaya