Chhattisgarh CM to Tab UCC Bill in Winter Session
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Why in news
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai announced the tabling of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the Winter Session 2026 following the appointment of a drafting committee.
Background
A five-member committee headed by Justice (Retd) Ranjana Prakash Desai has been appointed to draft the UCC guide for Chhattisgarh. The bill will address personal laws including marriage, divorce, succession, inheritance, and live-in relationships.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyJustice (Retd) Ranjana Prakash Desai: Chairperson of the Chhattisgarh UCC drafting committee
- FactStates with existing UCC: Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Assam, and Madhya Pradesh
- ConstitutionArticle 44: Directs the State to secure for citizens a Uniform Civil Code
For Mains
Q. Discuss the constitutional and social implications of implementing a Uniform Civil Code in a diverse country like India, balancing individual rights with communal harmony.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Federal friction: Conflict between state-led legislative initiatives and the overarching constitutional mandate of Article 44
- Pluralism vs. Uniformity: Balancing the protection of minority personal laws against the objective of a singular civil code
- Procedural transparency: Ensuring inclusive public consultation to mitigate potential social polarization during the drafting phase
Keywords: Article 44 · Personal Laws · Communal Harmony · Legislative Initiative · Uniformity
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