Summary:
Two women-led courts in Nepal—the Hetauda Bench High Court and Makawanpur District Court—have shown outstanding judicial performance over the past two years, with high case clearance rates and improved service delivery.

Hetauda Bench High Court:

• Jurisdiction over Chitwan and Makawanpur districts
• Led by five female judges out of seven sanctioned posts
• In fiscal year 2024/25, cleared 1,247 out of 1,727 cases (72% clearance)
• No pending cases older than two years

Makawanpur District Court:

• Entirely run by four female judges
• In fiscal year 2024/25, resolved 2,868 out of 4,150 cases (69.11% clearance)
• Only two cases older than two years pending (down from 22 the previous year)

Judges emphasize that gender does not affect their ability to deliver justice impartially. The courts also have a significant number of women in administrative roles, contributing to efficient functioning. Legal experts praise the women judges for their leadership and positive impact, especially in sensitive cases. This success highlights women's capability in judicial leadership and effective justice delivery in Nepal.

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