UCC
What is Uniform Civil Code? What does Indian Constitution says about Uniform Civil Code? The Constitution of India, under Article 44 , one of the Directive Principles of State Policy, states that the state shall endeavor to secure a Uniform Civil Code for its citizens. However, the framers of the Constitution left it to the discretion of the government to implement a UCC, recognizing the sensitivity and complexity of the issue. Over the years, various governments have discussed and debated the implementation of a UCC, but it has remained a contentious and politically sensitive topic. Examples of Different Civil Codes in India: In India, personal laws governing marriage, divorce, inheritance, and other such matters are based on religious texts and customs. The major religious communities in India, including Hindus, Muslims, Christians, and Sikhs, have their own distinct personal laws. Hindu Personal Law: The Hindu personal laws are derived from...