Himanta Biswa Sarma’s govt tables UCC Bill in Assam Assembly, CM calls it ‘need of the hour’
The Assam Chief Minister said that the introduction of the Bill would pave the way for "an on record discussion" on why UCC is necessary for the state.
The Assam Chief Minister said that the introduction of the Bill would pave the way for "an on record discussion" on why UCC is necessary for the state.
Assam Parliamentary Affairs Minister Atul Bora tabled “The Uniform Civil Code, Assam, Bill, 2026” in the Assembly during the ongoing session. The proposed legislation is expected to be discussed and taken up for passage on May 27.
The strong assertion came ahead of the first Cabinet meeting of the new government, signalling that key ideological and governance priorities of the BJP will remain central to Assam’s political roadmap.
The legislation seeks to standardise civil laws across communities by mandating registration of marriages and live-in relationships, ensuring equal inheritance rights, and introducing penalties for violations.
The concept of a UCC envisions a single set of civil laws governing all citizens in matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption, regardless of religion.
The BJP also promised that all lands occupied by the infiltrators will be returned to the tribal communities.
Senior party leader and MP K Muraleedharan said all political parties and Muslim organisations, except the LDF and BJP will be invited to the ‘bahuswaratha sadassu’ (diversity meet).
Stating that personal law reform is very important for Muslim women, Dr Mumthas said she has faith in the Left and that she hopes they will correct the mistake.
Article 44 of the Constitution of India says that the state shall endeavour to secure a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) throughout the territory of India.
Article 44 of the Constitution of India says that the state shall endeavour to secure a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) throughout the territory of India.
