Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has taken a significant step by deciding to introduce the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state. This move aims to create a landmark memorial within the Government Assembly constituency, making Assam the third state in India, following Uttarakhand and Gujarat, to implement the UCC.
However, Chief Minister Sarma clarified that the state’s population would be excluded from the scope of this law. He announced the formulation of a unique draft, termed the “Assam Model,” tailored to the specific needs of the state. Sarma highlighted that, unlike other states, Assam is already combating issues such as child marriage and polygamy, necessitating some modifications in the Assam bill. This adaptation is envisioned as an asymmetric innovation in the UCC framework.
Sarma affirmed, “We are waiting for Uttarakhand’s guidance on UCC. Once introduced, it will be adapted with additional considerations for Assam. We will closely analyze Uttarakhand’s approach and explore the feasibility of public consultation in the coming months.”
The UCC seeks to establish a standardized personal legal framework applicable uniformly to all citizens, fostering equality and justice. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stressed the significance of a single legal document, considering it as the foundation embodying the fundamental principles and ideals of the Constitution.
The Uniform Civil Code, if implemented nationwide, would mean a uniform law for citizens in matters like marriage, divorce, child adoption, and property-related issues. The demand for a UCC has been a longstanding discourse in the country, and it is designed to transcend religious, linguistic, and tribal considerations, ensuring uniformity in personal laws across communities. This progressive step aims to address issues such as marriage, inheritance, adoption, and other personal matters without any bias towards a particular religion or linguistic trend.
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