Gujarat has followed Uttarakhand to pass a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, aiming to establish a consistent legal framework for personal matters across communities. State BJP President Jagdish Vishwakarma highlighted that this legislation, supported by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, signifies a step towards ‘One Nation, One Law.’
The UCC implementation is expected to harmonize legal disparities concerning marriage, inheritance, succession, adoption, divorce, property rights, and guardianship that currently exist based on religion, caste, sect, and cultural beliefs. Vishwakarma emphasized that this move is particularly significant for women in Gujarat, addressing long-standing legal differences.
Vishwakarma stressed that the decision to introduce the UCC in Gujarat aligns with the party’s historical ideological stance, dating back to early resolutions of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh. He criticized opposition parties for resisting the UCC for political gains, alleging that they have perpetuated division for decades. The UCC, according to Vishwakarma, ensures equal rights for all citizens without discrimination based on caste, religion, or sect, promoting social justice and equality.
The passage of the UCC Bill in Gujarat reflects the BJP’s governance approach centered on ‘Nation First’ and the principles of inclusive development and justice. By acting in accordance with Article 44 of the Constitution, the state government has laid the groundwork for a uniform legal system, advancing India towards a new direction under the leadership of the BJP and the central government.
