Page 5 - Latest Updates on Uniform Civil Code
Assam will be third state to introduce Uniform Civil Code: CM Himanta
A UCC means having a common law for all citizens of the country that is not based on religion. Personal laws and laws related to inheritance, adoption and succession are to be covered by a common code
 "Assam will be third state to introduce Uniform Civil Code: CM Himanta")
Ignorant forces depriving Muslim, Christian women of dignity: BJP leader
The Uniform Civil Code has no relation with any religious practices or marriage customs. It is only related to humanity," Yadav said
 "Ignorant forces depriving Muslim, Christian women of dignity: BJP leader")
SC already dealt with it: Delhi HC refuses to entertain pleas seeking UCC
The high court had earlier also observed that it "cannot do anything" if the issue has already been decided by the Supreme Court
 "SC already dealt with it: Delhi HC refuses to entertain pleas seeking UCC")
Delhi High Court closes hearing on drafting and implementation of UCC
The petitions said that the country-wide application of UCC would end multiple personal laws promoting tolerance among various groups across the nation
 "Delhi High Court closes hearing on drafting and implementation of UCC")
Delhi High Court to hear pleas seeking Uniform Civil Code on Dec 1
Besides Upadhyay's petition, there are four others petitions as well before the high court , which have contended that India "urgently needs a Uniform Civil Code"
 "Delhi High Court to hear pleas seeking Uniform Civil Code on Dec 1")
UCC to be implemented in Uttarakhand this year: CM Pushkar Singh Dhami
The Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand will be implemented within this year, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said
 "UCC to be implemented in Uttarakhand this year: CM Pushkar Singh Dhami")
Goa guv questions Kerala assembly's resolution against Centre's UCC
Article 44 of the Constitution states that The State shall endeavour to secure the citizen a Uniform Civil Code throughout the territory of India
 "Goa guv questions Kerala assembly's resolution against Centre's UCC")
Test for Opposition: How many of BJP govt's laws will it undo if elected?
If the Opposition wants to offer a different approach to political and economic issues, could it spell out the action it would take on the Bills that were passed despite its opposition, asks T N Ninan
 "Test for Opposition: How many of BJP govt's laws will it undo if elected?")
Assam to table bill to end polygamy within this fiscal year: Himanta Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that his government will try to table the bill in the Budget Session of the Assembly in 2023
 "Assam to table bill to end polygamy within this fiscal year: Himanta Sarma")
Kerala CM moves resolution in assembly against imposition of UCC in country
The CPI(M)-led government's decision came amid an ongoing campaign against the UCC by both the ruling Left and the opposition UDF in the state, as well as various religious organisations in the state
 "Kerala CM moves resolution in assembly against imposition of UCC in country")
More than 10 mn suggestions received over UCC: Law Minister Meghwal
The Law Commission of India on Friday decided not to further extend the time period for submission of suggestions from the public on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC)
 "More than 10 mn suggestions received over UCC: Law Minister Meghwal")
Union Minister Athawale urges Muslims not to oppose Uniform Civil Code
Athawale said: "The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) is not opposed to the Muslim community and hence I appeal to the Muslims not to oppose the UCC. Muslims and Hindus would come together through UCC"
 "Union Minister Athawale urges Muslims not to oppose Uniform Civil Code")
Over 750,000 HUFs claimed Rs 3,803 cr tax deductions in 2022-23: FinMin
Currently, a debate is going on about the status of the HUFs, following the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code on which the Law Commission has invited comments from the public
 "Over 750,000 HUFs claimed Rs 3,803 cr tax deductions in 2022-23: FinMin")
Fresh consultations on UCC needed due to importance, court orders
The government said the Law Commission initiated fresh consultations on the issue of uniform civil code due to the "relevance and importance" of the subject and various court orders on the matter
Left, Congress instilling fear among minorities on UCC: Chandrasekhar
UCC is a common set of laws dealing with marriage, inheritance adoption and other matters and not based on religion
 "Left, Congress instilling fear among minorities on UCC: Chandrasekhar")
UCC a political tool BJP is using to sharpen communal polarisation: Yechury
Yechury said laws that are discriminatory have to be corrected in consultation with the entire community and not by imposing UCC from the top
 "UCC a political tool BJP is using to sharpen communal polarisation: Yechury")
Congress holds closed-door meeting on implementation of Uniform Civil Code
Article 44 of the Constitution of India says that the state shall endeavour to secure a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) throughout the territory of India
 "Congress holds closed-door meeting on implementation of Uniform Civil Code")
Law Commission extends deadline for submitting views on UCC till July 28
On June 14, the law panel had sought responses from organisations and the public on the UCC
 "Law Commission extends deadline for submitting views on UCC till July 28")
As deadline nears, Law Commission gets 4.6 million responses on UCC
As the deadline to send views on the Uniform Civil Code ends in two days, the Law Commission has so far received nearly 46 lakh responses, sources said on Tuesday
 "As deadline nears, Law Commission gets 4.6 million responses on UCC")
Top headlines: GST council meet on July 11, India Inc Q1 profit may rise
Business Standard brings you the top headlines at this hour
 "Top headlines: GST council meet on July 11, India Inc Q1 profit may rise")
