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Uniform Civil Code (Article 44)

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

A directive principle urging one code for marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption across all communities. Advocates claim it promotes national unity, gender justice, and secular governance. Critics worry about undermining minority religious customs or cultural autonomy. Political will to implement remains lukewarm due to electoral sensitivities. Supreme Court rulings occasionally press for reform in personal laws to ensure gender equality. Debates revolve around reconciling religious freedom with universal civil laws. While partial reforms (triple talaq ban) emerged, a comprehensive UCC remains pending. The tension underscores India’s struggle to balance personal liberty, community identity, and social justice under the Constitution.

Practice Questions

राज्यों के बीच शक्तियों का संतुलन किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

किस संविधान संशोधन ने राष्ट्रपति के चुनाव में एकल मत प्रणाली अपनाने का प्रावधान किया?

न्यायिक समीक्षा मुख्यतः किन के खिलाफ की जाती है?

Who appoints the Chief Justice of India?

Which of the following is NOT a part of the Indian Constitution?

Who has the authority to promulgate ordinances in India?

विधान सभा के चुनाव में किस निर्वाचन प्रणाली का उपयोग होता है?

Which of the following is a feature of the Indian Parliamentary System?

न्यायाधीशों की नियुक्ति में किस समिति की सिफारिश ली जाती है?

अधिकारों की गारंटी किस अनुच्छेद के माध्यम से दी गई है?