Thursday, 7 September 2023

UCC - Supreme Court

 What did the Supreme Court stand on uniform civil code?

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The court lamented the fact that Article 44 of the Indian Constitution, which envisions a Uniform Civil Code, had remained largely unimplemented. It emphasized that a Uniform Civil Code would foster national integration by removing conflicting ideologies and loyalties to different personal laws.29-Jun-2023



In which case Supreme Court of India has stressed on the need for the UCC?

The top court had observed in the Shah Bano case that “It is a matter of regret that Article 44 has remained a dead letter.” The Court had pointed out that a UCC would help the cause of national integration.07-Jul-2023


Who is the father of uniform civil code?

Ambedkar recommended the adoption of a uniform civil code but he resigned after he faced severe criticism in the parliament.


Why is UCC still not implemented in India?

- Critics claim that enforcing a UCC would violate the fundamental right to freedom of religion, as citizens would be compelled to follow a common civil law. - It was argued that personal laws provide individuals with the freedom to practice their religion without interference from the state.07-Jul-2023


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