UNIFORM CIVIL CODE : EXAMINING THE OBSTACLES TO PUTTING UCC INTO EFFECT

In India, there is a lot of discussion and debate about the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). It touches on issues of gender equality, religious freedom, and social harmony. The UCC proposes a common set of laws governing private matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption, regardless of a citizen’s religious identity. This essay critically investigates the UCC’s historical roots, constitutional foundation, and current applicability in India. The study looks at how personal laws changed during British control, setting the stage for today’s legal pluralism, and how these historical changes have influenced the ongoing discussion about the UCC. To provide India some perspective, it also looks at other countries that have standardized their civil codes and assesses the successes and challenges they have faced.

The research highlights the potential benefits of a UCC, such as promoting gender equality and simplifying the legal system, while also addressing the concerns of those who fear it could undermine religious and cultural rights. This paper offers a thorough analysis of the UCC’s possible effects on Indian society by looking at court rulings, legislative actions, and public opinions. The research also takes into account the legal and social initiatives taken to adopt a UCC as well as the challenges that have impeded its application.

The results imply that although a UCC would aid in modernizing and national integration, its effective implementation would necessitate a careful balancing act between individual rights and cultural variety. This study adds to the larger conversation on legal reform in India by illuminating the challenges of establishing consistency in a multicultural society