Nepal appoints Sabita Bhandari as first female attorney general

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Sabita Bhandari has been appointed Nepal's first female Attorney General by President Paudel on Prime Minister Karki's recommendation. This historic appointment follows Prime Minister Sushila Karki's own groundbreaking role as the nation's first woman PM, aiming to address corruption and restore trust. Bhandari's past legal work has drawn some criticism, but her supporters highlight her credentials amidst ongoing political and economic instability in Nepal.


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