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Gujarat Passes Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill

  • 26 Mar 2026

On 24th March 2026, the Gujarat Assembly passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, 2026. The Bill aims to ensure equality and uniform legal framework.

  • Gujarat becomes the second state after Uttarakhand to implement UCC.
  • Bhupendra Patel highlighted justice and equality as core principles.
  • It applies to all citizens irrespective of caste and religion.
  • Mandatory registration of marriages within 60 days is required.
  • Failure to register marriage may attract a ₹10,000 penalty.
  • Strict punishment for forced or fraudulent marriages (up to 7 years).
  • Uniform rules for divorce introduced across communities.
  • Divorce must be court-approved and registered.
  • Invalid divorce may attract punishment up to 3 years.
  • Mandatory registration of live-in relationships introduced.
  • Non-compliance may lead to fine or imprisonment.
  • Equal inheritance rights ensured for sons and daughters.
  • Legal protection and maintenance rights strengthened for women.
  • Children get legal recognition and inheritance rights.
  • The Bill aligns with Article 44 of the Constitution.