IUML to oppose Uniform Civil Code
1 year, 9 months ago

IUML to oppose Uniform Civil Code

The Hindu  

The Indian Union Muslim League has come out against the Uniform Civil Code mooted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Briefing the media after the meeting, Mr. Thangal said Mr. Modi has kick-started a mysterious move with an eye on the election. Asking the Prime Minister and the BJP to withdraw from the move, Mr. Thangal warned that the UCC would upset large sections of people. The IUML leaders said that Mr. Modi had realised the fact that the people would not always fall for communal tantrums.

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UCC cannot become political instrument to keep country in permanent polarisation: Congress
1 month, 3 weeks ago

UCC cannot become political instrument to keep country in permanent polarisation: Congress

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Congress on Thursday said a uniform civil code can only come about after widespread discussion with the objective of building a genuine consensus and cannot become a political instrument designed to keep the country in a state of "permanent polarisation". The opposition party's assertion comes days after the BJP government in Uttarakhand implemented the Uniform Civil Code …

The messaging in Uttarakhand’s UCC
2 months ago

The messaging in Uttarakhand’s UCC

Hindustan Times  

There are two takeaways from the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand this week. With its electoral success over the last decade, the party had achieved two of the three aims at the heart of its foundational moment — the abrogation of Article 370 that gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir, and the building of a Ram …

Will challenge UCC implementation in Uttarakhand in High Court, SC: Jamiat
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2 months ago

Will challenge UCC implementation in Uttarakhand in High Court, SC: Jamiat

The Hindu  

With Uttarakhand becoming the first State to implement the Uniform Civil Code, prominent Muslim organisation Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind on Monday said it will challenge the decision in courts, asserting that its lawyers have thoroughly examined its constitutional and legal aspects. In a statement, Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind said that with its implementation, there has been an assault on citizens' religious freedom as the …

‘One Nation, One Election is practical, will not harm federal structure': Law minister Arjun Meghwal
3 months ago

‘One Nation, One Election is practical, will not harm federal structure': Law minister Arjun Meghwal

Hindustan Times  

Union law minister Arjun Ram Meghwal on Tuesday said that the ‘One Nation, One Election’ is “practical and important”, and will be discussed from the start of the new year with the first meeting of the Joint Parliamentary Committee to take place on January 8. Meghwal on Uniform Civil Code On the Uniform Civil Code, law minister Meghwal told ANI,"The …

Constituent Assembly wanted Uniform Civil Code to be implemented: PM Modi in Lok Sabha
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Constituent Assembly wanted Uniform Civil Code to be implemented: PM Modi in Lok Sabha

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday invoked the Uniform Civil Code while replying to a two-day debate on the 75 years of the adoption of the Constitution in Parliament. Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks in Lok Sabha on the Constitution debate during the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament, in New Delhi on December 14. Modi told the Lok Sabha that …

PM Modi calls for a new ‘secular’ civil code
7 months, 2 weeks ago

PM Modi calls for a new ‘secular’ civil code

Hindustan Times  

The time has come for India to demand a “secular civil code” because laws based on religion that foster discrimination have no place in a modern society, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday, making his strongest pitch yet for a contentious idea that has animated the nation since before Independence but never come to fruition. In his 11th Independence …

Allies wary, seek clarity as PM Modi announces push for ‘secular code’
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Allies wary, seek clarity as PM Modi announces push for ‘secular code’

The Hindu  

Allies of the NDA, the Janata Dal and Telugu Desam Party have struck a cautious note after Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke of his government’s push for a Uniform Civil Code, albeit reframed as a “secular civil code”. Tyagi had said that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s submission before the Law Commission exploring the issue was the party’s stand on …

PM Modi says a 'secular' civil code should replace current 'communal' civil code
7 months, 2 weeks ago

PM Modi says a 'secular' civil code should replace current 'communal' civil code

India TV News  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called for the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code, saying a 'secular' civil code should replace the current 'communal' civil code. During his Independence Day speech from the ramparts of Red Fort PM Modi said "The Supreme Court has held discussions regarding Uniform Civil Code again and again, it has given orders several times. …

Uniform Civil Code Could Be Driven By States, Not Centre, Hint BJP Sources
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Uniform Civil Code Could Be Driven By States, Not Centre, Hint BJP Sources

News 18  

The Narendra Modi government may not be keen on bringing any law pertaining to the Uniform Civil Code through Parliament and would instead prefer states to bring in their own legislation, top Bhartiya Janata Party sources said on Friday. This February, BJP-ruled Uttarakhand passed the UCC Bill, becoming India’s first state to implement the Uniform Civil Code, which entails common …

Union Law Minister Meghwal says Uniform Civil Code is part of the government’s agenda
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Union Law Minister Meghwal says Uniform Civil Code is part of the government’s agenda

The Hindu  

Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal on June 11 said the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code was part of the Narendra Modi government’s agenda. On the issue of ‘One Nation One Election’, Mr. Meghwal said the committee under former President Ram Nath Kovind had submitted its report, and the Law Commission was also working on the subject. Mr. Meghwal …

Giving citizenship violates poll code, says IUML; to approach SC
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Giving citizenship violates poll code, says IUML; to approach SC

The Hindu  

The Indian Union Muslim League is planning to approach the Supreme Court and the Election Commission of India against the Centre’s distribution of citizenship certificates under the Citizenship Act. At least 14 people were handed their certificates by Union Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla at an event in the national capital on Wednesday. IUML leaders, meanwhile, pointed out that the …

'Goa has UCC. Do they all wear same clothes?' PM scoffs at Opposition charge
10 months, 2 weeks ago

'Goa has UCC. Do they all wear same clothes?' PM scoffs at Opposition charge

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Opposition of running a false narrative on the subject of the Uniform Civil Code and cited the Constitution's directives related to moving towards such a legislation. PM Modi also spoke about how the Constitution has a directive principle that asks governments to work towards implementing a Uniform Civil Code in India. PM Modi's reference …

'UCC will be enacted during third term of Modi govt': CM Yogi tells Rajat Sharma in Aap Ki Adalat
10 months, 3 weeks ago

'UCC will be enacted during third term of Modi govt': CM Yogi tells Rajat Sharma in Aap Ki Adalat

India TV News  

UP CM Yogi Adityanath in Aap Ki Adalat: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has said the Bharatiya Janata Party promised in its manifesto that the Uniform Civil Code will be implemented in the country adding the law will be enacted during the third term of the Modi government. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who faced India TV's Chairman and Editor-in-Chief …

Implementation of Uniform Civil Code is PM Modi's guarantee: Amit Shah
11 months ago

Implementation of Uniform Civil Code is PM Modi's guarantee: Amit Shah

The Hindu  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on April 26 said the BJP-led government at the Centre will implement a Uniform Civil Code in the country as it is a guarantee of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and accused the Congress of advocating personal laws. Mr. Shah was addressing a rally in Piprai area of Ashoknagar district under Guna Lok Sabha seat in …

Implementation Of Uniform Civil Code In Country Is PM Modi's Guarantee, Says Amit Shah
11 months ago

Implementation Of Uniform Civil Code In Country Is PM Modi's Guarantee, Says Amit Shah

News 18  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the BJP-led government at the Centre will implement a Uniform Civil Code in the country as it is a guarantee of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and accused the Congress of advocating personal laws. Shah was addressing a rally in Piprai area of Ashoknagar district under Guna Lok Sabha seat in Madhya Pradesh, …

Committed to implementing Uniform Civil Code, asserts Rajnath Singh in Khammam
11 months, 1 week ago

Committed to implementing Uniform Civil Code, asserts Rajnath Singh in Khammam

The Hindu  

The Congress party has done little to eradicate poverty in the country despite forming the government several times at the Centre, Defence Minister and BJP leader Rajnath Singh said. “For the first time in independent India, the Narendra Modi government has succeeded in bringing 25 crore people out of poverty,” Mr. Singh said while addressing a roadshow held as part …

Muslims will oppose UCC like CAA and NRC, will never accept it: Maulana Mushtaq Malik
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Muslims will oppose UCC like CAA and NRC, will never accept it: Maulana Mushtaq Malik

Op India  

Maulana Mushtaq Malik, President of Hyderabad-based Tahreek Muslim Shabban, has attacked the Bharatiya Janata Party for including the promise of implementing a Uniform Civil Code in its manifesto, and threatened nationwide unrest and riots similar to anti-CAA agitation. Maulana Mushtaq Malik said that Muslims in India will never tolerate UCC, and it will be met with massive protests. The BJP …

IUML spreading misinformation about CAA, says Abdullakutty
11 months, 3 weeks ago

IUML spreading misinformation about CAA, says Abdullakutty

The Hindu  

Bharatiya Janata Party national vice president A.P. Ashwini, the National Democratic Alliance candidate in the Kasaragod Lok Sabha constituency, Mr. Abdullakutty said the CAA aimed to grant Indian citizenship to those who accepted the legal system and culture of the country, including foreigners. The CAA would address the plight of persecuted minorities including Parsis, Sikhs, and Jains, he said, adding …

UCC an ideological issue, will also come in U.P. at appropriate time, says Deputy CM Maurya
1 year, 1 month ago

UCC an ideological issue, will also come in U.P. at appropriate time, says Deputy CM Maurya

The Hindu  

Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya on Tuesday described the Uniform Civil Code as an ideological issue for the Bharatiya Janata Party and hinted at the introduction of the UCC at an appropriate time in India’s most populous State. at the appropriate time, the BJP government under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi abolished Article 370, construction …

Uniform Civil Code: All India Muslim Personal Law Board, Samajwadi Party MP Hasan raise concerns
1 year, 1 month ago

Uniform Civil Code: All India Muslim Personal Law Board, Samajwadi Party MP Hasan raise concerns

Hindustan Times  

Dehradun: The Uniform Civil Code is against the tenets of the Quran, the holy book of the Muslims, said Samajwadi Party MP ST Hasan on Tuesday, as Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami tabled the UCC bill in the assembly. The All India Muslim Personal Law Board has also criticised the legislation. Maulana Khalid Rasheed Farangi Mahali, executive member, All …

‘Not against Uniform Civil Code but...': Cong on UCC debut in Uttarakhand assembly
1 year, 1 month ago

‘Not against Uniform Civil Code but...': Cong on UCC debut in Uttarakhand assembly

Hindustan Times  

Uttarakhand leader of opposition Yashpal Arya on Tuesday said the Congress is not against the Uniform Civil Code bill, that was tabled in the assembly. Congress leader Harish Rawat hit out at the Pushkar Singh Dhami government, alleging that the rules are not being followed and the ruling dispensation is ‘very eager’ to get it passed. ‘Moment of pride for …

Uniform Civil Code Bill to be tabled in Uttarakhand assembly today
1 year, 1 month ago

Uniform Civil Code Bill to be tabled in Uttarakhand assembly today

Live Mint  

The Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami-led government will table the Uniform Civil Code Bill in the state legislative assembly today, followed by a debate. Speaking about the bill, Union Minister for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal said on Monday that the Uniform Civil Code is in the consultation process and being reviewed by the Law Commission of India. …

Uttarakhand Assembly session to begin from Feb 5, Uniform Civil Code Bill top agenda
1 year, 2 months ago

Uttarakhand Assembly session to begin from Feb 5, Uniform Civil Code Bill top agenda

India TV News  

UCC Bill: The Uttarakhand Assembly session will begin from February 5 and go on till 8th of the month, during which the Pushkar Singh Dhami government will table the Uniform Civil Code Bill in the House for passage. Giving it a push, the government, when formed after a thumping majority in the polls, constituted a panel on Uniform Civil Code …

Uniform Civil Code Committee’s report to be submitted on February 2: Uttarakhand CM Dhami
1 year, 2 months ago

Uniform Civil Code Committee’s report to be submitted on February 2: Uttarakhand CM Dhami

India TV News  

The Uniform Civil Code Committee has completed its work and its report will be submitted to the Uttarakhand government on February 2, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said on Monday. “While making a promise to the people of the state in the 2022 assembly elections, we constituted the UCC Committee, taking a pledge to implement the Uniform Civil Code in …

Uttarakhand CM Affirms Commitment to Implement Uniform Civil Code
1 year, 2 months ago

Uttarakhand CM Affirms Commitment to Implement Uniform Civil Code

Deccan Chronicle  

In a fresh statement of intent on the implementation of uniform laws for all communities, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday said he ran for the state's top office on the pledge to roll out the Uniform Civil Code and remains committed to it.The Uniform Civil Code is a proposal to implement and formulate uniform rules for all …

Uniform Civil Code Concerned And Dismayed: CM Pinarayi After Kerala Assembly Passes Resolution Against UCC
1 year, 7 months ago

Uniform Civil Code Concerned And Dismayed: CM Pinarayi After Kerala Assembly Passes Resolution Against UCC

ABP News  

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan moved a resolution against Centre's plan to implement Uniform Civil Code in State Assembly on Tuesday. According to ANI, "Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan moves the resolution in State Assembly on Uniform Civil Code. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan moves the resolution in State Assembly on Uniform Civil Code. pic.twitter.com/PN00az55M3 — ANI August 8, 2023 …

Muslim forum’s seminar calls for united fight against UCC
1 year, 8 months ago

Muslim forum’s seminar calls for united fight against UCC

The Hindu  

The need for a united effort to resist the Uniform Civil Code was the highlight of the Muslim Coordination Committee’s seminar held here on Wednesday, in which leaders from ideologically opposite parties such as the CPI, CPI, Congress, and the Indian Union Muslim league and organisations like the Jamaat-e-Islami shared the dais for a common cause. The committee is a …

Congress holds closed-door meeting on Uniform Civil Code even as Law Panel extends the deadline
1 year, 8 months ago

Congress holds closed-door meeting on Uniform Civil Code even as Law Panel extends the deadline

The Hindu  

An eight-member group, set up to advice Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Uniform Civil Code, felt that uniformity on personal laws of different communities was not necessary even though there is scope for reforms of personal laws On July 15, members of this group held a closed door meeting at the All India Congress Committee headquarters in which the overwhelming …

UCC row: 'I'll wear a saree and not eat meat for five years if...'- AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal
1 year, 8 months ago

UCC row: 'I'll wear a saree and not eat meat for five years if...'- AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal

India TV News  

All India United Democratic Front president and MP Badruddin Ajmal made a bizarre remark over Uniform Civil Code while addressing a gathering in Dhubri, Assam on Thursday. He said if UCC is implemented, he would wear a saree, grow beard and not eat meat for five years. However, Ajmal also supported Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's call for banning …

Uniform Civil Code: Ambedkar was in favour of Bill, says Ramdas Athawale
1 year, 8 months ago

Uniform Civil Code: Ambedkar was in favour of Bill, says Ramdas Athawale

Firstpost  

Recently, in a mega survey on Uniform Civil Code conducted by News18, it was found that at least 67.2 per cent of Muslim women support the common law for all Indians for matters such as marriage, divorce and adoption. Union minister Ramdas Athawale said on Wednesday that the Uniform Civil Code would not harm the interests of Muslims or the …

‘Cong not invited’: IUML refuses to participate in UCC seminars
1 year, 8 months ago

‘Cong not invited’: IUML refuses to participate in UCC seminars

Hindustan Times  

KOCHI: The Indian Union Muslim League, a long-standing ally of the Congress in Kerala, on Sunday declined the invitation of the state CPM to take part in a series of seminars planned against the Uniform Civil Code proposal of the BJP. The decision will come as a relief for the Congress in the state which had slammed the CPM’s invite …

Uniform Civil Code in India possible only in principle: Javed Akhtar
1 year, 8 months ago

Uniform Civil Code in India possible only in principle: Javed Akhtar

India Today  

Opining about the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code in India, lyricist Javed Akhtar on Friday said though he likes the idea of it “in principle”, it is not something feasible given the plurality of India, an extremely diverse nation. In an interview with India Today Consulting Editor Rajdeep Sardesai, Javed Akhtar said that India was unlike a European nation …

AIADMK will oppose Uniform Civil Code, says Edappadi K Palaniswami
1 year, 8 months ago

AIADMK will oppose Uniform Civil Code, says Edappadi K Palaniswami

Live Mint  

AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami on Wednesday said his party will oppose Uniform Civil Code. The BJP's southern ally reiterated its stand against the implementation of the UCC after reporters asked Palaniswami questions on BJP's push for Uniform Civil Code. Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh leader Indresh Kumar on Tuesday said once the Uniform Civil Code is implemented it will put an …

All India Muslim Personal Law Board Set To Oppose Uniform Civil Code Proposal
1 year, 8 months ago

All India Muslim Personal Law Board Set To Oppose Uniform Civil Code Proposal

ABP News  

The All India Muslim Personal Law Board convened a significant meeting in Lucknow on Wednesday to discuss the proposed Uniform Civil Code. All India Muslim Personal Law Board asks people to oppose Uniform Civil Code. Two drafts on UCC will be handed over to the Law Commission, one will be from the Muslim Personal Law Board and the other one …

‘UCC to affect religious rights of minorities’, says AIADMK’s election manifesto
1 year, 8 months ago

‘UCC to affect religious rights of minorities’, says AIADMK’s election manifesto

Live Mint  

The AIADMK's released its election manifesto stating that the Uniform Civil Code could potentially harm the religious freedoms of minority communities in India. As reported by ANI, the party's election manifesto reads, “AIADMK will urge the Government of India not to bring any amendments to the constitution for a Uniform Civil Code that will adversely affect the religious rights of …

Muslim law board opposes Uniform Civil Code, asks people to do the same
1 year, 8 months ago

Muslim law board opposes Uniform Civil Code, asks people to do the same

India Today  

The All India Muslim Personal Law Board wrote to the Law Commission on Wednesday, opposing the proposal for the Uniform Civil Code. All India Muslim Personal Law Board has submitted a draft opposing Uniform Civil Code to Law Commission pic.twitter.com/dvWEmQRrPN — ANI July 5, 2023 AIMPLB further added, "National integrity, safety and security and fraternity is best preserved and maintained …

'Read our manifesto': BJP ally AIADMK opposes Uniform Civil Code
1 year, 8 months ago

'Read our manifesto': BJP ally AIADMK opposes Uniform Civil Code

India Today  

AIADMK chief K Palaniswami on Wednesday reiterated the party's stand on the Uniform Civil Code, and said that it strongly objects to it. Despite AIADMK being the Bhartiya Janata Party 's ally in Tamil Nadu, Palaniswami said it doesn't support UCC, and it is made amply clear in party manifesto for the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. The AIADMK will urge …

Muslim organisations divided on Uniform Civil Code
1 year, 8 months ago

Muslim organisations divided on Uniform Civil Code

The Hindu  

The Prime Minister’s call for Uniform Civil Code has left the Muslim organisations divided down the middle. While the All India Muslim Personal Law Board lost no time in running down the proposal, and Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind followed suit shortly after, Jamaat-e-Islami Hind has refrained from reacting to Mr. Modi’s call. Not much is going to be served by participating in …

Muslim groups in Kerala for political, legal fight against UCC, not street protests
1 year, 8 months ago

Muslim groups in Kerala for political, legal fight against UCC, not street protests

The Hindu  

A group of Muslim organisations in Kerala, led by the Indian Union Muslim League, have called for “political and legal fight” against the proposed Uniform Civil Code, making it clear that its implementation will affect not just Muslims but others as well. The decision follows a meeting of a coordination committee of Muslim organisations such as the IUML, two factions …

NDA's northeast allies oppose Uniform Civil Code: 'It will curb rights of indigenous'
1 year, 8 months ago

NDA's northeast allies oppose Uniform Civil Code: 'It will curb rights of indigenous'

Deccan Chronicle  

GUWAHATI: The ongoing exercise to bring in uniform civil code has triggered angry reactions in north-eastern states with NDA’s allies fearing that it would curb freedoms and rights of indigenous tribes of the region. Amid the angry reaction of various tribal bodies, Meghalaya chief minister Conrad Sangma told reporters that “UCC goes against the actual idea of India itself”. Clarifying …

‘Not against UCC, but don’t support the way BJP…’: Mayawati
1 year, 8 months ago

‘Not against UCC, but don’t support the way BJP…’: Mayawati

Live Mint  

BSP national president Mayawati on Sunday clarified that the Bahujan Samaj Party is not against the ‘Uniform Civil Code ’ while saying it doesn't support the way BJP is trying to implement it in the country. Addressing a media briefing here, Mayawati said, “Our party is not against the implementation of UCC but we do not support the way BJP …

'Not opposed to UCC, but don't support...': Mayawati's swipe at BJP
1 year, 8 months ago

'Not opposed to UCC, but don't support...': Mayawati's swipe at BJP

India Today  

Bahujan Samaj Party national president Mayawati on Sunday said that her party is not against implementing the Uniform Civil Code. Mayawati added, "Our party is not against the implementation of UCC but we do not support the way BJP is trying to implement Uniform Civil Code in the country. #WATCH | On the Uniform Civil Code, BSP national president Mayawati, …

Uniform Civil Code should not be implemented in haste, says North Andhra Muslim JAC
1 year, 8 months ago

Uniform Civil Code should not be implemented in haste, says North Andhra Muslim JAC

The Hindu  

The greatness of India lies in its unity in diversity. The BJP government’s efforts to pass the Uniform Civil Code in a hurry before the elections is a far-fetched idea, which undermines the plurality of India and its cultures, said leaders of North Andhra Muslim JAC. Dr. Rahaman alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who chants the mantra of ‘Vasudhaiva …

Right time to bring UCC, Opposition should refrain from communal politics: Naqvi
1 year, 8 months ago

Right time to bring UCC, Opposition should refrain from communal politics: Naqvi

The Hindu  

Senior BJP leader and former Union Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on July 1 targeted the Congress and other Opposition parties over the Uniform Civil Code issue and asked them to “listen to their conscience” and refrain from communal politics. The mood of the nation is to make Uniform Civil Code free from the “clutches of communal conspirators” who held this …

UCC Is BJP's Electoral Plan To Enforce Majoritarian Agenda: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan
1 year, 9 months ago

UCC Is BJP's Electoral Plan To Enforce Majoritarian Agenda: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan

ABP News  

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan alleged that the Uniform Civil Code was a plot by BJP to implement the majoritarian agenda of 'one nation, one culture' and he demanded to withdraw the decision. This can only be seen as a plot to enforce their majoritarian agenda of ‘one nation, one culture’ by eliminating our nation’s cultural diversity.” He said that …

Kapil Sibal urges PM Modi to reveal proposal for Uniform Civil Code
1 year, 9 months ago

Kapil Sibal urges PM Modi to reveal proposal for Uniform Civil Code

Live Mint  

Rajya Sabha MP and Veteran Congress leader Kapil Sibal on Saturday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi should inform the country what is the proposal for the Uniform Civil Code. Speaking to ANI, Sibal said, “Firstly Prime Minister should inform the country what is the proposal for UCC and on what issues he want uniformity. The UCC bill may be …

IUML plans drive to muster opinion against Uniform Civil Code
1 year, 9 months ago

IUML plans drive to muster opinion against Uniform Civil Code

The Hindu  

The Indian Union Muslim League will initiate a campaign to muster the opinion of the secular forces against the proposed Uniform Civil Code in the country. Kunhalikutty said the Prime Minister had mooted the Uniform Civil Code with a clear objective of dividing the people ahead of the 2024 general elections. The IUML national executive passed a resolution saying that …

Don't get swayed by anti-Uniform Civil Code propaganda: Union Minister tells Kerala Muslims
1 year, 9 months ago

Don't get swayed by anti-Uniform Civil Code propaganda: Union Minister tells Kerala Muslims

India Today  

Union Minister V Muraleedharan on Saturday appealed to the Muslim community in Kerala not to fall for the propaganda mounted by the ruling CPI and others against the Uniform Civil Code. Asked about Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's recent remark that the move to implement the UCC was part of the BJP's electoral agenda, Muraleedharan wondered how it could be linked …

Why Uniform Civil Code is facing resistance among tribals in Chhattisgarh
1 year, 9 months ago

Why Uniform Civil Code is facing resistance among tribals in Chhattisgarh

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent speech in Madhya Pradesh, advocating for the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code, has sparked a heated debate in the central state of Chhattisgarh. Later, the marriage is formalized with all the tribal customs,” Shiv Kumar Pandey said, “The widows are also entitled to remarry with a groom of their choice. According to Shiv Kumar …

Will India embrace the Uniform Civil Code and finally have a single common law for its 1.4 billion citizens?
1 year, 9 months ago

Will India embrace the Uniform Civil Code and finally have a single common law for its 1.4 billion citizens?

ABC  

Within months of being re-elected as prime minister of India in 2019, Narendra Modi's first big announcement was to strip Kashmir of special status. Now as the next federal elections loom in India, Mr Modi appears resolute in fulfilling yet another election promise — the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code. Article 44 of the Indian constitution says: "The state …

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