Madhya Pradesh Government to Implement Uniform Civil Code by Diwali
Madhya Pradesh plans UCC rollout by Diwali; draft bill in works
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The Madhya Pradesh government aims to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) by Diwali, as part of the Bharatiya Janata Party's agenda. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has instructed the home department to draft the bill, with a state-level committee overseeing its development to ensure equal rights for citizens.
- 01Madhya Pradesh plans to implement the UCC by Diwali.
- 02Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has directed the preparation of a draft bill.
- 03The UCC aims to ensure equal rights and strengthen national unity.
- 04Uttarakhand and Gujarat have already implemented UCC frameworks.
- 05Opposition leader Umang Singhar calls for stakeholder consultation.
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The Madhya Pradesh government is set to roll out the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) by Diwali, aligning with the Bharatiya Janata Party's agenda for national integration and equality. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has tasked the home department with drafting the bill within six months, utilizing frameworks from Uttarakhand and Gujarat. A state-level committee will be formed, comprising legal experts, officials, and community representatives to oversee the implementation process. The UCC aims to provide equal rights for all citizens, as highlighted by Cooperatives Minister Vishwas Sarang. However, Leader of Opposition Umang Singhar has urged the government to engage with all stakeholders before finalizing the law. Uttarakhand was the first state to implement the UCC in 2025, followed by Gujarat in March 2026, each introducing measures such as mandatory registration of marriages and live-in relationships, along with penalties for non-compliance. The BJP promotes the UCC as part of its “one nation, one law” vision, emphasizing national unity and gender equality.
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The implementation of the UCC could significantly alter personal laws in Madhya Pradesh, ensuring equal rights in marriage and inheritance, which may affect many citizens' lives.
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