During the Rajasthan High Court’s platinum jubilee celebrations, Prime Minister Modi emphasized the judiciary’s backing for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), seen as a secular alternative to personal laws. The Supreme Court noted the government’s consideration of a UCC draft. The case involves a Muslim woman seeking to exit Sharia law for inheritance rights.
The Supreme Court of India expressed concern about single women using surrogacy, highlighting the societal norm of motherhood within marriage. They suggested alternatives like marriage or adoption, emphasizing the welfare of children. The court’s stance sparked discussions about reproductive rights and societal norms. The petitioner’s lawyer argued that the surrogacy law’s limits violated fundamental rights.
