Impacts of Uniform Civil Code on Indian Society

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 Impacts of Uniform Civil Code on Indian Society 


Uniform Civil Code (UCC) refers to a set of laws which are implemented universally on every citizen, irrespective of their religious beliefs, in matters of personal laws like marriage, adoption, divorce and inheritance. UCC has the potential to transform the society and establish gender equality and social harmony, however there are some concerns associated with it. 


Concerns Regarding Impacts of Uniform Civil Code (UCC) 


1. Threat to Diversity: India is a diverse country where people practice various kinds of religious beliefs and customs which is threatened by UCC as it'll bring homogeneity. 

2. Threat to Religious Freedom: Some consider UCC is against positive secularism promised by the constitution and fears that this is a way of imposing majoritarian culture and practices on minorities. 

3. Practical Difficulties: Given the diversity in personal laws, lack of consensus and sensitivity of the issue, it might not be practically convenient to make a UCC. 


Positive Impacts of Uniform Civil Code




1. Gender Equality- UCC will stop the practices and use of laws which are biased against women especially in matters of inheritance, divorce and maintenance and will bring gender neutral laws as per aspirations of contemporary society.


2. Social Harmony- UCC will create a sense of equality and belongingness among different communities which are not overshadowed by separate personal laws. 


3. Fulfill Constitutional Vision- In the Directive Principles of State Policies under Article 44 of Indian Constitution, there is a directive to bring UCC in India which shows the vision of our constituent assembly regarding UCC in the country.


4. Personal Freedom- UCC will give people the freedom to not be defined as per  their religious beliefs and practices and follow the common law of the country.


5. Simplify Indian Legal System - By simplifying and consolidating various laws in a single code, UCC will enhance clarity, ease of implementation and reduce the burden on judiciary thus ensuring an efficient legal system. 


Way Forward


• Instead of bringing a UCC, Government of India can take a slower approach by first reforming the regressive and discriminatory clauses of existing personal laws. 


• Given the sensitivity of the issue, more time should be taken for discussing the matter with various stakeholders and spreading the positive aspirations among masses behind bringing UCC. 



Uniform Civil Code is a positive step towards a more inclusive and gender just society as it will align personal laws with contemporary ideals and eliminate regressive norms. However there is a need to balance different liberal practices of different communities so Uniform Civil Code can integrate different practices and foster social cohesion.

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