The 22nd Law Commission of India is about to examine the Uniform Civil Code afresh as it has solicited views on UCC from the public and recognised religious organisations almost four years after the 21st Law Commission of India came out with a consultation paper stating that a Uniform Civil Code was “neither necessary nor desirable at this stage”, The Commission has now asked for views from public and religious organisations within 30 days of issued notice.
UNIFORM CIVIL CODE: WHAT IS IT?
The UCC is a proposed set of laws that would replace the current system of personal laws in India. The UCC would be a single set of laws that would apply to all citizens, regardless of their religion. Article 44 of the Constitution lays down that the State shall endeavour to implement a Uniform Civil Code throughout India. Article 44, however, being a Directive Principle, is not enforceable.