Do you think the Uniform Civil Code contradicts the idea of religious pluralism and cultural differences in Indian society?
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Uniform Civil Code refers to homogenous legislations being made applicable to all religions in marriages, Divorce, Inheritance, Adoption, etc. UCC contradicts idea of pluralism: ① Religious minority rights specifically vested in Article 25-27 (Right to religious expression) ② Right to religious expression - vested in Article 25-27 (Adoption, etc.) ③ Non-enforcing a heterogenous agency forcefully ④ No space for unique circumstance/local consideration - One size fits all approach ⑤ Gathers majoritarianism into secular setting ⑥ Lesser with implementation and acceptance
UCC upholds idea of pluralism: ① Prevents discrimination - eg Muslim women unfairly treated in Shah Bano case (1980) & Shayara Bano (Triple Talaq case) ② Uniformity in secular code brings about integrity reducing sectarian movements ③ Protects women's right speedily in property issues - By Muslim women limited claim to competency capacity ④ UCC ensures equality principle - (Article 14) in letter and spirit The 22nd Law Commission recommended UCC maybe adopted after necessary consultations with religious leaders to advance democratic credention to the disempowered sections and allow national integration
Conclusion
The 22nd Law Commission recommended UCC maybe adopted after necessary consultations with religious leaders to advance democratic credention to the disempowered sections and allow national integration
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Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure
Directives Principles of State Policy
Uniform Civil Code and Pluralism
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