Law Day being observed today

Kathmandu: The Law Day is being observed by organising various programmes today.

It is marked in commemoration of the day the Pradhan Nyayalaya, Supreme Court, was established in Nepal.

With the introduction of the Nepal Supreme Court Act, 2008, the Supreme Court was set up on Baisakh 26, 2009 BS.

The Supreme Court observes the Day with special significance every year.

The Day is special to foster debate on the independent judiciary, the rule of law and the establishment of the modern justice system.

The Supreme Court is organising a special event this afternoon in the presence of President Ramchandra Paudel and Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli.