On 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: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced on Thursday, January 9, that the state will implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) within this month.
“We will implement the Uniform Civil Code in the state this month,” Dhami stated.
On 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.
Following a comprehensive two-day debate in the Assembly, the bill gathered 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.
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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What is the Uniform Civil Code?
The Uniform Civil Code is a unified set of civil laws applicable to all citizens of India, regardless of religion or caste. It is outlined under Article 44 of the Constitution as a Directive Principle of State Policy. Although not legally enforceable, this provision serves as a guiding principle for the legislature, aiming to eliminate discrimination against vulnerable groups and address gender biases.
As per the proposed Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand, live-in partners will be required to register their relationships with district authorities, failing which they could face imprisonment. Additionally, the bill recognizes children born from live-in relationships as legitimate.
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