Published on 25 Aug 2025
Uttarakhand became the first state in independent India to roll out a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), ensuring uniform laws for all citizens, irrespective of gender or religion.
UCC is a directive principle under Article 44 of the Indian constitution.
Registration: Covers marriage, divorce, live-in relationships, wills, inheritance, and grievances, with a 15-day to one-month processing time.
Bans: Prohibits polygamy, child marriage, triple talaq, nikah halala, and iddat.
Inheritance Rights: Recognizes children from live-in relationships as legitimate with equal inheritance rights.
Gender Equality: Uses "child" instead of son/daughter to ensure equal rights.
Exclusion: Does not apply to Scheduled Tribes to protect their rights.
Live-in Relationships: Mandatory registration, with penalties for non-compliance (up to 3 months in jail or ₹10,000 fine).
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