Our civil code is communal right now, we need to move towards secular civil code: PM Modi | India News
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 78th Independence Day speech from the Red Fort on Thursday, emphasised the urgent need for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC). He said that replacing the existing communal civil code with a secular one is need of the hour to truly represent country’s diverse society.
Speaking in his 11th consecutive Independence Day address, PM Modi said, “Supreme Court has held discussions regarding Uniform Civil Code again and again, it has given orders several times.A large section of the country believes – and it is true, that the Civil Code that we are living with is actually a Communal Civil Code in a way…I would say that it is the need of the hour to that there be a Secular Civil Code in the country…only then would we be free of the discrimination on the basis of religion…”
“There must be widespread discussions, and everyone should contribute their views. Laws that divide the country along religious lines must be abolished, as they have no place in a modern society. The time demands a secular civil code, which will help eliminate religious discrimination,” the Prime Minister added.
The introduction of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) has long been a part of the BJP‘s election manifestos. Several BJP-led state governments have taken steps toward implementing a UCC, with Uttarakhand leading the way as the first state to adopt it.
The UCC has its mention under Article 44 of the Indian Constitution, which mandates that the state shall strive to secure a Uniform Civil Code for all citizens across the country.
The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill proposes to establish uniform regulations for personal matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, and property rights for all citizens. The UCC aims to ensure that these rules apply equally to everyone, regardless of religion, gender, or sexual orientation.
Prime Minister’s remarks indicated the government’s intent to address the contentious issue of a Uniform Civil Code on a nationwide level during its current term.
Speaking in his 11th consecutive Independence Day address, PM Modi said, “Supreme Court has held discussions regarding Uniform Civil Code again and again, it has given orders several times.A large section of the country believes – and it is true, that the Civil Code that we are living with is actually a Communal Civil Code in a way…I would say that it is the need of the hour to that there be a Secular Civil Code in the country…only then would we be free of the discrimination on the basis of religion…”
“There must be widespread discussions, and everyone should contribute their views. Laws that divide the country along religious lines must be abolished, as they have no place in a modern society. The time demands a secular civil code, which will help eliminate religious discrimination,” the Prime Minister added.
The introduction of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) has long been a part of the BJP‘s election manifestos. Several BJP-led state governments have taken steps toward implementing a UCC, with Uttarakhand leading the way as the first state to adopt it.
The UCC has its mention under Article 44 of the Indian Constitution, which mandates that the state shall strive to secure a Uniform Civil Code for all citizens across the country.
The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill proposes to establish uniform regulations for personal matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, and property rights for all citizens. The UCC aims to ensure that these rules apply equally to everyone, regardless of religion, gender, or sexual orientation.
Prime Minister’s remarks indicated the government’s intent to address the contentious issue of a Uniform Civil Code on a nationwide level during its current term.
