Uttarakhand implements Uniform Civil Code, 1st Indian state to do so

| 27 Jan 2025 2:12 PM IST

Uttarakhand is the first Indian state to implement the Uniform Civil Code, promoting legal equality among all castes and religions.

Uttarakhand has become the first Indian state to implement the Uniform Civil Code, which aims at promoting legal equality across people of all castes and religions.

The UCC applies to all residents of Uttarakhand, except Scheduled Tribes and protected authority-empowered persons and communities.

The Uniform Civil Code, implemented by Uttarakhand, aims to simplify and standardize personal laws related to marriage, divorce, succession, and inheritance.

Tags: uttarakhandUCCUniform Civil Code

Categories: National

Vidya

Vidya is a talented author and expert in visual journalism, specializing in the creation of impactful infographics. At Newsographics, she transforms complex data into visually engaging news articles that capture audience attention. With a strong background in design and journalism, Vidya advocates for the use of infographics to enhance understanding and accessibility of information, making her a significant voice in modern media practices.