Supreme Court seeks Centre’s reply on Uniform Civil Code
(Source: The Indian Express, Editorial Page)
Also Read: The Indian Express Editorial Analysis: 16 June 2025
Also Read: The Hindu Editorial Analysis: 16 June 2025
| Topic: GS1 – GS Paper 2 (Polity and Governance) |
| Context |
| The Supreme Court has asked the Union Government to clarify its stance on implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) amid growing public and political debate. |
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UCC Overview:
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Seeks uniform personal laws for all citizens regardless of religion.
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Enshrined in Article 44 of the Directive Principles of State Policy.
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Arguments For UCC:
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Promotes gender justice and equality.
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Ensures uniformity in civil laws like marriage, inheritance, adoption.
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Strengthens national integration.
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Arguments Against:
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Perceived threat to religious freedom and cultural diversity.
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Lack of consensus among communities.
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Potential political and social unrest.
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Judicial and Legislative Stand:
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Courts have often advocated for UCC in specific judgments.
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Government yet to introduce a comprehensive draft.
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| Practice Question: Examine the constitutional and social implications of implementing a Uniform Civil Code in India. Should it be pursued in a diverse society like ours? (GS Paper 1 – 10 Marks – 150 Words) |
