UCC Bills Passed in Assam, Gujarat, MP Await President’s Nod

Bills for the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) have been passed in Assam, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh and are now awaiting the President’s approval. Home Minister Amit Shah has set a 2029 deadline for all states governed by the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) to implement the UCC, aiming to unify personal laws across the country.

The bills passed in Assam, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh are currently pending the President’s nod. Officials expressed confidence that the approval will be granted soon, with one stating, "We are waiting for the President’s nod and we are confident of getting the approval soon." The Home Minister has emphasized the importance of the UCC and set a target year of 2029 for its implementation in all NDA-ruled states.

Experts have weighed in on the matter, describing certain aspects of the UCC as "not appropriate nor practical," highlighting the complexities involved in unifying diverse personal laws under a single code. Despite these challenges, the government appears committed to moving forward with the legislation within the stipulated timeframe.