For the first time in 163 years, the Calcutta High Court now has eight women judges. This milestone was achieved after the swearing-in of three additional judges. The increased representation marks a step toward gender balance in the judiciary. It also inspires more women to pursue legal careers despite challenges.
Today, On 27th February, A PIL has been filed in the Nainital High Court questioning the constitutional validity of the UCC Act and its rules. The petition argues that the Act may violate fundamental rights and constitutional principles. The court is expected to examine whether the legislation aligns with legal and democratic frameworks. This challenge could have important legal and societal implications.
Uttarakhand’s Uniform Civil Code (UCC) implementation resulted in only one live-in relationship registered in the first 10 days. The government received five applications, with one approved. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched an online portal for mandatory relationship registrations, amidst controversy over privacy rights, aiming to prevent crimes linked to live-in partnerships.
Today, On 4th February, The Gujarat government has formed a five-member committee to draft a proposal for the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state. This move aligns with the government’s aim to bring uniformity in personal laws across communities. The committee will study existing laws and suggest necessary reforms. The initiative follows similar efforts by other states to introduce UCC.
Uttarakhand has become the first state in India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), ensuring equal laws for all citizens. However, the move has drawn sharp criticism from Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind, which plans to challenge the decision in court, citing it as discriminatory and an attack on religious freedom. The organization argues that the law violates constitutional guarantees of religious rights and vows to oppose it through all democratic means.
Uttarakhand has implemented the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), which mandates the registration of live-in relationships, making it the first state in India to do so. The UCC provides legal recognition, ensures equal property rights for children, and imposes penalties for non-compliance. This progressive law aims to promote equality and social justice in civil matters.
On January 27, 2025, Uttarakhand became the first Indian state to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), promoting equality in civil laws across gender, caste, and religion. Chief Minister Dhami highlighted the UCC’s role in ensuring uniformity in marriage, divorce, and inheritance laws, introducing mandatory marriage registration and fulfilling a key electoral promise.
The Uttarakhand government is set to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) starting today. This new law will replace personal laws based on religion with a common set of rules for all citizens. It will govern matters like marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption, aiming to ensure equality and justice. While some see it as a step toward fairness, others believe it could affect cultural and religious practices.
The Uttarakhand government introduced new rules for marriage registration under the Uniform Civil Code. These rules aim to provide clarity in legal provisions concerning marital conditions and individual rights. The move ensures a standardized process for marriage registration across the state. This step is part of efforts to strengthen the legal framework for marriages under the Uniform Civil Code.