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Ritika

Question Q5GS2GS2

Do you think the Uniform Civil Code contradicts the idea of religious pluralism and cultural differences in Indian society?

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Article 44 of the Indian Constitution directs the government to strive towards adoption of uniform civil code, which homogenises the applicability of personal laws across religious and ethnic groups. Role of uniform civil code vis-à-vis religious pluralism: A Yes, it limits the universal differences, i) Reduces the diversity of practices, caste and ways of living across religious groups. ii) Externally imposes private law ⟹ led organized in evolution. iii) Leads to cultural homogenisation w.r.t. marriages, adoption etc. iv) Threat to plural societies due to loss of cultural autonomy. B No, it does not limit religious influences

1Brings in uniformity w.r.t. women development along with protection from unjust religious laws. eg: banning of talaq-e-sunnat in Islam. 2) Strengthen the civil culture by reading myths, biases and inequalities. eg: Banning of polygamy among Christians, Hindus & Muslims. 3) Forges greater spirit of commonality and wholeness. eg: combats communalism, regionalism etc. 4) Helps to develop administrative efficiency, judicial simplicity and reducing political divisiveness also society. Therefore, the decision for UCC needs to be taken with a collaborative, empathetic and deliberative approach.
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Ritika

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GS2GS2

Topic

Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure

Directives Principles of State Policy

Uniform Civil Code

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