Today (March 13), the Uttarakhand Uniform Civil Code was enacted into law following President Droupadi Murmu’s endorsement of the bill, which had been passed in the state assembly the previous month. This legislation introduces standardized regulations concerning marriage, divorce, and property inheritance within Uttarakhand.
Uttarakhand: Today (March): Uttarakhand’s Uniform Civil Code received assent from President Droupadi Murmu, who signed the bill, marking a significant legal milestone for the state. The legislation, passed in the state assembly, establishes standardized norms for marriage, divorce, and inheritance, thereby streamlining legal processes across Uttarakhand.
The historic move makes Uttarakhand the first state post-independence to enact a uniform civil code, signaling a progressive shift towards legal harmonization.
Following a comprehensive two-day debate in the Assembly, the bill garnered approval through a voice vote on February 7, despite opposition calls for referral to a select committee. The legislation’s key provisions include mandatory registration of live-in relationships for both in-state and out-of-state residents, with children born from such unions considered legitimate and deserted partners entitled to maintenance.
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Non-compliance with live-in relationship registration could result in imprisonment for up to six months, underscoring the code’s commitment to legal accountability. Additionally, the code empowers women with specific divorce rights, particularly in cases involving spousal offenses like rape, unnatural sex, or instances of polygamy.
Notably, the legislation prohibits polygamy and the ‘halala’ practice, prevalent among certain Muslim communities, while safeguarding tribal customs, traditions, and rituals.
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The passing of Uttarakhand’s Uniform Civil Code has sparked interest among other BJP-governed states like Gujarat and Assam, which are contemplating similar legislative reforms to foster legal uniformity and societal progress.
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