Rajasthan Cabinet Approves Uniform Civil Code Bill Mandating Equal Inheritance Rights, Marriage Registration
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Constitution, amendments & basic structure· Prelims + Mains·
Why in news
Rajasthan Cabinet approved a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill to mandate marriage registration and equal inheritance rights, aiming to align personal laws with constitutional ideals.
Background
The Rajasthan Cabinet approved the UCC Bill and Trees Protection Bill on August 13, 2026. The UCC mandates marriage registration, equal inheritance rights, and prohibits polygamy for all religions except Scheduled Tribes.
Facts for Prelims
- Act / BillRajasthan UCC Bill mandates marriage registration and equal inheritance rights.
- FactThe UCC Bill excludes Scheduled Tribes from the prohibition on polygamy.
- PlaceRajasthan is the first state to move towards a state-specific UCC implementation.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the constitutional significance of the Uniform Civil Code in promoting gender justice and national integration in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Constitutional mandate under Article 44
- Gender justice and inheritance rights
- Protection of tribal customs
- Federal implications of state-level UCC
Keywords: Article 44 · Gender Justice · Personal Laws · National Integration · Pluralism
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