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Opposition to UCC picks up pace among tribal bodies in Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh

The Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, along with judicial decisions, provide protection to customary laws in several tribal-dominated States; tribal activists plan protests against UCC proposal

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CM sees a divisive plot behind the move to pitchfork UCC onto the top of the national debate

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Friday joined a galaxy of national leaders in expressing deep scepticism about the Centre’s bid to pitchfork the dormant debate on the Universal Civil Code (UCC) onto the forefront of the national discourse.

The Hindu

PM’s silence shocking, Centre must step into end Manipur violence: Orthodox Church

Expressing concern over the raging violence in Manipur, the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church has urged the Union government to show the initiative to bring the situation under control.

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UCC draft is ready and will be submitted to the government soon, says committee

The draft of the proposed Uniform Civil Code for Uttarakhand is complete and would soon be submitted to the State government

The Hindu

PM Modi ‘uneasy’ as Opposition plans next meet in Bengaluru on July 13, 14, says Sharad Pawar

Remarking that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “uneasiness” had increased following the June 23 meeting of Opposition parties in Patna, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) president Sharad Pawar on June 29 said that the next meeting of Opposition parties would be held in Bengaluru on July 13 and 14.

The Hindu

Manipur violence, PM’s UCC call derail BJP’s minorities outreach programme in Kerala

The violence in Manipur and the Centre’s purported move to draft a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), it appears, are threatening to throw the BJP’s carefully choreographed outreach to minorities off balance in Kerala.

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State government will implement UCC as soon as it gets panel report, says Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami

The Uttarakhand government is strictly dealing with people who are playing tricks with ‘innocent minor sisters and daughters’, says Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami in an exclusive conversation with The Hindu. Mr. Dhami says that as a ‘Pradhan Sewak”, it is his responsibility to call out wrong and support what…

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UCC will violate fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution: Palayam Imam

The move by the Centre to implement the Uniform Civil Code would violate the fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution of India, Palayam Imam V.P.Suhaib Moulavi said here on Thursday.

The Hindu

Is BJP finally summoning the political will to introduce a Uniform Civil Code?

A number of clues suggest that the BJP-led government at the centre may be working on legislation to introduce a Uniform Civil Code. Prime minister Narendra Modi’s remarks this week at a Bhopal event are being read alongside the fact that, almost two weeks ago, the 22nd Law Commission sought…

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AAP, Shiv Sena (UBT) hint at backing Uniform Civil Code; Congress says it cannot be a forced decision

A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi batted for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the country, the Opposition on Wednesday seemed divided over the issue.

The Hindu

All India Muslim Personal Law Board to oppose plan for Uniform Civil Code

Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for “one nation, one law” earlier this week, the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPB) held an emergency meeting Tuesday night to oppose the government’s plan to usher in the Uniform Civil Code (UCC).

The Hindu

Vaiko condemns PM Modi’s call for Uniform Civil Code

The Hindu

IUML to oppose Uniform Civil Code

The Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) has come out against the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) mooted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The IUML national leadership met at Panakkad, near here, on Wednesday and decided to oppose the UCC politically and legally.

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We are in principle support of UCC, but cannot be implemented without consensus: AAP

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on June 28 said that the party is in principle support of the Uniform Civil Code but that there should be wider consultation on the issue with all religions and political parties

The Hindu

Uniform Civil Code can't be forced on people by agenda-driven majoritarian govt: Chidambaram

A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a strong pitch for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), Congress leader P. Chidambaram said it cannot be forced on people by an “agenda-driven majoritarian government” as it will “widen divisions” among people.

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PM’s UCC pitch seeks to polarise the electorate ahead of general election: Opposition parties

Opposition parties have accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of raking up the issue of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) to divert attention from more pressing problems, including the unabated violence in Manipur. They also termed his remarks a “dog whistle” to polarise the electorate ahead of the 2024 general election.

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PM Modi’s pitch for Uniform Civil Code is on the same lines as Centre’s affidavit in Supreme Court

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s pitch for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in poll-bound Madhya Pradesh on June 27 mirrors a Law Ministry affidavit filed in the Supreme Court months ago, which said that “citizens belonging to different religions and denominations following different property and matrimonial laws is an affront to…

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Meghalaya tribal council resolves to oppose UCC

A tribal council in Meghalaya has unanimously passed a resolution to oppose the implementation of the proposed Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in areas within its jurisdiction.

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Strike a fine balance, have a just civil code

A just code should be the primary goal as just laws are more important than a mere one uniform law

The Hindu

Uniform Civil Code part of Directive Principles, says Rajnath Singh

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on June 19 questioned the controversy being created over Uniform Civil Code, saying it was part of the Directive Principles of State Policy laid down in the Constitution.

The Hindu

Muslim groups gearing up to respond to Law Commission’s Uniform Civil Code notice

Different Muslim groups are trying to build a consensus before sending a response to the notice of the 22 Law Commission

The Hindu

Centre's need to review UCC indicates its desperation to fan divisive politics: TMC

TMC slammed the Centre over its attempt to seek fresh public opinion on the Uniform Civil Code, saying the government is fanning divisive politics out of “desperation.”

The Hindu

Law Commission seeks fresh suggestions on Uniform Civil Code

The 22nd Law Commission of India on June 14, 2023 sought fresh suggestions from various stakeholders, including public and religious organisations, on the UCC. Read more on The Hindu

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Committee seeks people’s suggestions for Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand

The expert committee formed by the Uttarakhand government organised a public dialogue program in Delhi on June 14, 2023 and sought people’s suggestions for Uniform Civil Code in the State

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