In a recent interview, Senior Advocate Dr. Abhishek Singhvi, a distinguished politician and constitutional expert, shared his insights on various pressing issues related to personal liberty, the judicial system, and recent legislative changes in India. This analysis delves into the key points discussed, providing a comprehensive understanding of the topics covered.
On 7th May: Justice Surya Kant of the Supreme Court praised India’s early recognition of victims’ rights, citing the Code of Criminal Procedure and judicial precedents. He highlighted India’s progressive stance, cautioning against a one-size-fits-all approach to human rights and emphasizing their intrinsic role in Indian culture. The Supreme Court has played a crucial role in expanding fundamental rights in India.
Uttarakhand’s Uniform Civil Code, signed into law on March 13 by President Droupadi Murmu, introduces standardized regulations for marriage, divorce, and property inheritance. This milestone legislation marks the state’s progressive shift towards legal harmonization, prohibiting polygamy and ‘halala’ while empowering women with specific divorce rights. Other BJP-governed states like Gujarat and Assam are showing interest in similar reforms.