UCC Implemented in Uttarakhand: Impact and Details

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

1. Uttarakhand is the first Indian state to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC).
2. UCC governs personal laws like marriage, divorce, succession, and live-in relationships.
3. The act prohibits polygamy and ‘halala,’ aiming for legal equality across religions.
4. An online portal will simplify registration for marriages, divorces, and related processes.
5. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami called it a historic move for national progress.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

What is the Uniform Civil Code?

The UCC is a set of laws designed to unify personal laws across religions, ensuring equality and transparency. It addresses key societal matters like marriage, divorce, inheritance, and live-in relationships, standardizing the rules for all.

Implementation in Uttarakhand

During the 2022 elections, CM Pushkar Singh Dhami promised the UCC. A 5-member committee led by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai consulted 2.3 lakh citizens and drafted a 740-page report. This report was passed by the state assembly on February 6, 2024, and signed into law by the Governor and the President by March. The law took effect on January 27, 2025.

Key Provisions of UCC

1. Marriage and Divorce: Equal legal grounds for men and women.
2. Succession: Standardized rules for inheritance.
3. Polygamy and ‘Halala’: Both practices are now banned.
4. Live-In Relationships: Registration is mandatory.

Online Portal Launch

The newly launched online portal simplifies processes like registration of marriages, divorces, and succession rights. Accessible via mobile, it ensures transparency and convenience.

Aakhir Tak – Key Takeaways to Remember

• Uttarakhand has become the first state to implement UCC, starting January 27.
• Equal legal grounds for men and women in marriage and divorce.
• ‘Halala’ and polygamy are now banned.
• Online portal simplifies legal registration.

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