Assam Minister Atul Bora introduced the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the state Assembly to establish a common civil legal framework for all citizens, aiming to ensure equality and justice, especially for women. The proposed legislation aligns with constitutional principles of equality and secularism, seeking to unify citizens under a single civil law. Bora emphasized that the UCC aims to eliminate existing inequalities and social divisions caused by separate personal laws governing different religious communities.
The introduction of the UCC Bill follows a commitment made by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma during his previous tenure, promising its introduction in the first session if the BJP-led government returned to power. Bora highlighted that the legislation is expected to particularly benefit women by providing them with equal rights and legal protection. By addressing discriminatory provisions in current personal laws, the UCC aims to grant women equal rights alongside men, promoting justice and equality.
The Assam government’s formal introduction of the Uniform Civil Code Bill, 2026, in the Assembly sets the stage for a significant political and legal debate in the state, reflecting the constitutional values of equality, justice, and secularism.
