At a ceremony held at Mukhya Sevak Sadan at the CM's residence, the Chief Minister unveiled the UCC notification, inaugurated the UCC portal (ucc.uk.gov.in), and released the UCC Rulebook too.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, while officially announcing the implementation of Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand, said that Monday is a historic day not only for Uttarakhand but for the whole of India. He said that by implementing UCC an attempt has been made to give eq
Addressing participants of the Rajya Sabha Internship Programme, Vice President Dhankhar said, "Today, a very auspicious sign has occurred. And that auspicious sign is, what the framers of the Constitution had envisioned and directed in the Constitution, specifically in Part 4 - the Direc
Highlighting the significance of this development, CM Dhami stated that the implementation of the UCC marks a pivotal moment in India's post-independence history. He also announced that January 27 will be celebrated every year as UCC Diwas to commemorate this achievement.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched the UCC portal and rules on Monday, marking a significant milestone in the state's journey towards social justice and equality. The UCC aims to simplify and standardise personal laws related to marriage, divorce, succession, and inheritance.
BJP leader Ajay Alok on Monday, said that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) has been part of the Constitution since its adoption, but it took 75 years to begin its implementation.
Speaking to reporters, CM Dhami said, "I express gratitude to the people of Uttarakhand and thank PM Modi as we fulfil the promise we had made... we have done this work on the blessings of the residents of the state who gave us a chance to form a government. Whether it is the UCC committee,
Addressing the event of the launch of UCC, CM Dhami stated, "Uniform Civil Code is a constitutional measure to end discrimination. Through this, an attempt has been made to give equal rights to all citizens. With its implementation, women's empowerment will be ensured in the true sense. T
Congress leader Salman Khurshid on Monday said that if need arises Uttarakhand Uniform Civil Code will be challenged in the courts. His statements came as the UCC came into force in Uttarakhand from today.
Dubey emphasised that the UCC does not create discrimination among religions and that it aligns with the Constitution drafted by Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar. Notably, UCC came into force in Uttarakhand today, becoming the first State in India to implement the law.
"People's rights should not be snatched away. Everyone is equal, but our constitution also talks about protecting the rights of everyone. This government tries to divide people and this is also a part of that," Selja told ANI.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that the implementation of UCC will bring uniformity in all laws relating to personal civil matters that discriminate on the basis of caste, religion, gender, etc, adding that all the necessary preparations have been completed to implement UCC, incl