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PROBING THE PRACTICALITY OF UNIFORM CIVIL CODE IN INDIA

Volume II Issue II /

PROBING THE PRACTICALITY OF UNIFORM CIVIL CODE IN INDIA Masooma Naqvi, Student at Amity University, Uttar Pradesh Download Manuscript ABSTRACT Uniform Civil Code provides for bringing the entire country under one civil law. Although it was encoded in the Indian Constitution with the intention of fostering national integrity and unity, it remains a disputed upon topic in India. This paper delves into probing the actual practicality of enforcing the Uniform Civil Code in India. It examines the Uniform Civil Code Bill of 2019 and delves into the analysis of its provisions, aims and objectives.  Its objective is to understand whether it was actually needed and if it interferes with any of the Fundamental rights that are guaranteed to the citizens of India under part III of the Indian Constitution. The paper also seeks to comprehensively analyze the problems with the Uniform Civil Code and whether sticking to the status quo is a viable solution. The paper also seeks to delve into the complexities involved, and the political, legal and social aspects behind the implementation of Uniform Civil Code. Type Information Research Paper LawFoyer International Journal of Doctrinal Legal Research, Volume II, Issue II, Page 375-385. Creative Commons Copyright This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. Copyright © LIJDLR 2024

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CONTEMPORARY CONSTITUTIONAL CHALLENGES IN INDIA : AN ANALYSIS OF KEY ISSUES

Volume I Issue III /

CONTEMPORARY CONSTITUTIONAL CHALLENGES IN INDIA : AN ANALYSIS OF KEY ISSUES Isha Bharti, B.B.A., LL. B(Hons)- 3rd year, CMR University – School of legal studies. Download Manuscript ABSTRACT Indian constitutional law combines ancient legal doctrines with innovative administrative practices. In recent years, India has faced significant contemporary challenges within its constitutional framework. These issues have garnered global attention. This article aims to analyse these modern challenges and their impact on India’s constitutional laws, providing a comprehensive understanding of the current state of constitutional law in India. The initial discussion in this article explores the essence of constitutional law and its significance in India. Subsequently, it delves into key contemporary issues governed by constitutional law, including the Citizenship Amendment Act, Article 370, the Uniform Civil Code, Reservation Policies, and explores concepts such as morality, human rights, technology, privacy, and the role of the judiciary. In essence, this article offers insights into the complex interplay of tradition and innovation in Indian constitutional law, providing a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that shape the nation’s constitutional landscape. Type Information Research Paper LawFoyer International Journal of Doctrinal Legal Research, Volume I, Issue III, Page 97- 112. Creative Commons Copyright This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. Copyright © LIJDLR 2023 Recent content CONTEMPORARY CONSTITUTIONAL CHALLENGES IN INDIA : AN ANALYSIS OF KEY ISSUES ADMINISTRATION OF A NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANISATION ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS IN INDIA: A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS​ UNIFORM CIVIL CODE ( UCC ) :- APPLICATION & IMPLEMENTATION TOWARDS INCLUSIVITY: EXPLORING THE ADDITION OF SAME-SEX MARRIAGE TO THE SPECIAL MARRIAGES ACT A FOCUS ON MINIMIZING POTENTIAL RISKS BY PROCEEDING UNDER A BILATERAL OR MULTILATERAL TREATY INSTEAD OF A CONTRACT

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HARMONIZING DIVERSITY: THE QUEST FOR A UNIFORM CIVIL CODE

Volume I Issue II /

HARMONIZING DIVERSITY: THE QUEST FOR A UNIFORM CIVIL CODE Indisha Sachan, Law student at Amity Law School, Lucknow. Download Manuscript ABSTRACT In a world characterized by diverse cultures, religions, and traditions, the challenge of harmonizing diversity becomes paramount for fostering social cohesion and ensuring equal rights and justice for all. India is a country of immense diversity, with different religions, cultures, languages, and traditions coexisting in a pluralistic society. However, this diversity also poses challenges for the legal system, which has to deal with the personal laws of various communities that govern matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, adoption, and maintenance. The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) is a proposal to replace these personal laws with a standard set of laws that would apply to all citizens irrespective of their religion, gender, or sexual orientation. The UCC has been a contentious issue in Indian politics and society for decades, with supporters arguing that it would promote national integration, gender justice, and human rights, while opponents claim that it would violate the constitutional guarantee of religious freedom and the cultural identity of minorities. This paper examines the historical background, constitutional provisions, judicial pronouncements, and socio-political implications of the UCC debate in India. It analyzes the arguments for and against the UCC from various perspectives, such as secularism, democracy, feminism, minority rights, and legal reform. It also explores the feasibility and desirability of implementing the UCC in a country as diverse as India and suggests some possible ways to harmonize diversity with uniformity in the civil law domain. Type Information Research Paper LawFoyer International Journal of Doctrinal Legal Research, Volume I, Issue II, Page 416- 433. Creative Commons Copyright This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. Copyright © LIJDLR 2023 Recent content HARMONIZING DIVERSITY: THE QUEST FOR A UNIFORM CIVIL CODE LEGALITY OF EUTHANASIA IN INDIA: RIGHT TO DIE WITH DIGNITY ANALYSIS ON MECHANISM OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCES IN INDIA VICTIMS PLIGHT: NEED FOR GROWTH OF VICTIMOLOGY IN INDIA A STROLL THROUGH THE STATE OF DIGITAL PRIVACY IN INDIA DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: THE GAP BETWEEN STATISTICS AND REALITY

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