About Vishwanath Upadhyay
Lived 1930 – 2014 (aged 83). Vishwanath Upadhyay was a Nepali judge.
Bishwonath Upadhyaya (13 October 1930 – 30 January 2014) was the 8th Chief Justice of Nepal from 1991 to 1995. He had previously served as chairman of the 1990 constitution drafting committee.
The Supreme Court has still been following the precedent set by him. He has defined the issues of constitution and human rights.
He headed the constitution drafting committee of 1990, is also credited for his role in evolving Nepal's judiciary as separate institution.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Vishwanath Upadhyay?
Nepalese judge
When was Vishwanath Upadhyay born?
Vishwanath Upadhyay was born on 13 October 1930 in Malangawa.
When did Vishwanath Upadhyay die?
Vishwanath Upadhyay died on 16 January 2014 in Bansbari.
What was Vishwanath Upadhyay's occupation?
Vishwanath Upadhyay was a judge.
What nationality was Vishwanath Upadhyay?
Vishwanath Upadhyay was Nepali.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Vishwanath Upadhyay
· DBpedia: Bishwonath Upadhyaya
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