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30 June 2026

West Bengal Uniform Civil Code Bill

The Uniform Civil Code is a significant constitutional and legal issue directly linked to Article 44 of the Directive Principles of State Policy and debates on secularism and personal laws in India.

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Notes

  • The West Bengal government has announced plans to introduce a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the State Assembly.
  • A committee has been established to study family laws, including marriage, succession, and live-in relationships.
  • The committee is chaired by a retired Supreme Court judge and includes a retired IAS officer, a legal expert, an educationist, a social worker, and a state government additional secretary.
  • The committee is mandated to submit its report within four weeks.
  • The proposed legislation includes an exemption for Adivasis, indigenous people, Kurmis, and other recognized ancient tribal communities.
  • The initiative aims to unify family laws, which currently vary across different religious communities in the state.

Part of a longer story

This is day 2 of 5 in West Bengal Uniform Civil Code Implementation, which has been running since 27 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the constitutional provisions regarding the Uniform Civil Code and the challenges involved in its implementation at the state level in a diverse society. 150 words
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  2. The debate over a Uniform Civil Code often highlights the tension between the constitutional mandate of Article 44 and the protection of personal laws under the right to freedom of religion. Critically analyze the implications of state-level initiatives for a Uniform Civil Code on India's federal structure and social pluralism. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which Article of the Indian Constitution directs the State to endeavor to secure a Uniform Civil Code for the citizens throughout the territory of India?

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