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Uniform Civil Code (Article 44)

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

A directive principle urging one code for marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption across all communities. Advocates claim it promotes national unity, gender justice, and secular governance. Critics worry about undermining minority religious customs or cultural autonomy. Political will to implement remains lukewarm due to electoral sensitivities. Supreme Court rulings occasionally press for reform in personal laws to ensure gender equality. Debates revolve around reconciling religious freedom with universal civil laws. While partial reforms (triple talaq ban) emerged, a comprehensive UCC remains pending. The tension underscores India’s struggle to balance personal liberty, community identity, and social justice under the Constitution.

Practice Questions

भारतीय संविधान में संशोधन की प्रक्रिया किस आधार पर की जाती है?

भारतीय सर्वोच्च न्यायालय का गठन किस आधार पर हुआ?

संविधान संशोधन की प्रक्रिया में संसद के प्रत्येक सदन में कितने प्रतिशत मतों की आवश्यकता होती है?

Who is the ex-officio Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission of India?

Which of the following is a power of the Rajya Sabha?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the creation of the All India Services?

Which article of the Indian Constitution mentions the procedure for amendment?

Which of the following is NOT a function of the President of India?

What is the maximum number of members in the Legislative Assembly of a state?

निर्वाचन आयोग के अध्यक्ष का चयन किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?