IS UCC THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR INDIA

 IS UCC THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR INDIA 



What is UCC?


UCC is short for Uniform Civil Code, which aims to create a single set of laws applicable to all citizens of India, regardless of their religion or personal beliefs. It seeks to replace the existing personal laws governing matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption, which are currently based on religious customs and traditions. The law not only proposes common rules on marriage, divorce, and inheritance of property but also on live-in relationships for all citizens, irrespective of their religion.




On February 7, the Uttarakhand Assembly passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, becoming the first legislature in independent India to pass the law. The law has been introduced, as according to Article 44 of the Indian Constitution, the Indian government has a right to create new personal laws in the future.

The law argues that it will promote gender equality, social justice, and national unity by providing a uniform legal framework for all citizens. They argue that the UCC would eliminate discriminatory practices and ensure equal rights for women and minorities.


However, it has raised concerns about the potential erosion of cultural and religious identities among people. It is also being said that imposing a single code could undermine the diversity of Indian society and lead to social discord.

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