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4.1. Uniform Civil Code (UCC)

Article 44 of the Constitution states that "the State shall endeavour to secure for citizens a uniform civil code throughout the territory of India." It essentially means a common set of laws governing personal matters for all citizens of the country, irrespective of religion.

 

Positive aspects of Uniform Civil Code includeChallenges in Implementing Uniform Civil Code Include