“We deplore the criminal act of violence and urge the Government of Nepal to carry out an independent, thorough and effective investigation into the killing of Justice Bam, and to prosecute those found responsible,” said Sam Zarifi, ICJ´s Asia-Pacific Director, in a statement from Bangkok. [break]
The ICJ voiced concern that the killing would undermine the rule of law and the administration of justice.
"The government must ensure the safety and security of members of the judiciary so that they are able to carry out their judicial duties independently and without intimidation,” said Jan Borgen, Acting Director of ICJ´s Centre for the Independence of Judges and Lawyers, in the same statement.
It has also reminded the government that the Procedures for the Effective Implementation of the Basic Principles on the Independence of the Judiciary requires states to pay particular attention to arrange appropriate personal security to judges.
"The ICJ urges the Nepali Government to guarantee the security and protection of all judges, particularly those who are at risk when performing their professional duties," the ICJ said in the statement.
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