Chhattisgarh Takes Big Step Towards Uniform Code, Forms Panel To Draft Bill
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Why in news
The Chhattisgarh government formed a five-member committee led by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai to draft a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) bill.
Background
The committee is tasked with reviewing existing personal laws and studying UCC implementation in other Indian states. It will seek public input before submitting recommendations to the state government for final action.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyJustice Ranjana Prakash Desai: Former Supreme Court Judge leading the Chhattisgarh UCC committee
- FactCommittee Size: 5 members tasked with drafting the state's UCC proposal
- ConstitutionArticle 44: Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) mandates the State to secure a Uniform Civil Code for citizens.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the constitutional and sociological implications of implementing a Uniform Civil Code in a diverse country like India. How can it balance individual rights with cultural pluralism?
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Pluralism vs. Uniformity: Balancing the protection of minority personal laws with the constitutional goal of a common civil code.
- Federal Friction: Potential legal conflicts between state-level UCC legislation and central legislative authority.
- Social Integration: Addressing gender justice and equality within personal laws as a primary driver for UCC adoption.
Keywords: Uniform Civil Code · Article 44 · Personal Laws · Gender Justice · Pluralism · Legislative Competence
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