Uttarakhand Cabinet Greenlights Uniform Civil Code; Assembly Session Kickstarts Today

In a significant stride towards legal uniformity, the Uttarakhand Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, approved the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) report. The impending Bill, derived from the endorsed report, is poised for presentation in the ongoing Assembly session that commenced on February 5 and will extend until the 8th of this month.

UCC Drafting Committee’s Efforts Culminate in Cabinet Approval

Chaired by retired Supreme Court judge Ranjana Prakash Desai, the UCC drafting committee submitted its comprehensive draft to Chief Minister Dhami on Friday. The Cabinet’s affirmative decision, following a session at the State Secretariat on Saturday, underscores the state government’s commitment to transforming the UCC into law.

BJP’s Electoral Pledge on UCC Takes Shape

The BJP’s electoral promise during the 2022 Assembly elections gains momentum as the state government, post its electoral victory, forms a committee on the Uniform Civil Code under Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai. The successful approval of the UCC report aligns with the BJP’s commitment to introducing the code in the state.

Uttarakhand Poised to Pioneer UCC Implementation Post-Independence

With the UCC proposing uniform civil laws for all communities in the state, Uttarakhand stands on the brink of becoming the first Indian state, post-independence, to adopt the Uniform Civil Code. The drafting panel, comprising legal experts and scholars, has meticulously worked on ensuring a comprehensive legal framework for marriage, divorce, land, property, and inheritance laws applicable to all citizens.

Constitutional Mandate and PM Modi’s Advocacy Elevate UCC Significance

Article 44 of the Constitution of India emphasizes the state’s endeavor to establish a Uniform Civil Code throughout the nation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s endorsement of the UCC last year reinforced the code’s significance, with PM Modi highlighting the need for a common set of laws aligning with constitutional principles and ideals.

UCC Debate Resurfaces Following PM Modi’s Call for Implementation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s June 2022 call for UCC implementation rekindled the debate surrounding the code. Amidst political discussions and opposition reactions, the UCC remains a pivotal legislative initiative aimed at fostering legal consistency and equal rights for all citizens.