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UNIFORM CIVIL CODE: NEED OR MYTH

AYUSH PANDEY
STUDENT AT NATIONAL LAW INSTITUTE UNIVERSITY, BHOPAL

I. ABSTRACT
India is currently going through a major debate of either to have Uniform Civil Code (UCC)1 or to go with the existing
concept of having multiple personal laws. Different legal scholars have kept their objective views of having or not to have UCC.
In this article, we explore the complex and multi-faceted debate on the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code in India. The
UCC proposition, as it is known in India, is based on Article 44 of the Constitution, which is part of the directive principles of
state policy. This provision seeks to create a uniform civil code applicable to all citizens, which would transcend religious and
community personal laws.
This constitutional vision, however, is accompanied by a complex web of legal, social and political realities that create
significant contradictions and challenges. As of now, it is not logical to either defend or attack the provisions of the uniform
civil code without looking at the draft document of the same. But, we as humans have already anticipated the bill and started
debating on it without having any solid basis for it. In this article, we will try to gain some knowledge about UCC and areas
surrounding it.

II. KEYWORDS
A. Uniformity
B. Constitutional aspect
C. Conflict of laws
D. Impact of UCC
E. Need for UCC

III. INTRODUCTION
Uniform Civil Code, with its literal meaning, here, stands as following. Uniform refers to uniformity and similarity among
the citizens, regardless of their gender, religion, etc. Civil means the legal matters apart from criminal aspects; they majorly deal
with comparatively smaller matter of offences. Code refers to codified set of laws. So UCC collectively means a uniform set of
codified laws that deals with matters external to criminal laws. Uniformity is necessary because, as provided by the Indian
Constitution article 14, The State shall not deny to any person equality before the law or the equal protection of the laws within
the territory of India Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. 2 But there are
certain loopholes due to the enforceability of multiple personal laws, which exempts the citizen such equality.
Civil matters deal with the involvement of offences that can be termed as “private disputes.” Some of the primary areas of
civil cases are:
Family – This includes issues pertaining to marriage, adoption, divorce, etc. laws.
Property – It covers inheritance and succession.
Contracts – It deals with Employment, rent agreement, etc.
IV. ARTICLE 44 OF THE INDIAN CONSTITUTION
It refers to the Uniform Civil Code. The constitution has a provision for Uniform Civil Code in Article 44 as a Directive
Principle of State Policy which states that The State shall endeavor to secure for the citizens a uniform civil code
throughout the territory of India. Article 44 of the Constitution calls upon the State to endeavor towards securing a uniform
civil code throughout the territory of India. It falls within Part IV of the Constitution titled as Directive Principles of State
Policy (DPSP)
It had been introduced in the Indian Constitution since the first oath of the constitution was taken. It refers to a single set
of law regulating every citizen in India is intended to replace the personal laws based on the scriptures and traditions of each
major religious community in the nation. Currently, India has different personal religious laws, for eg. Muslim personal law,
Hindu personal law, etc. Personal law covers property, marriage and divorce, inheritance and succession. 3 The purpose of the
Uniform Civil Code is that all the religious communities in India should be governed equally. The Uniform Civil Code would be
applicable to all religious and tribal communities. This essentially means that existing personal laws like the Hindu marriage act

1 Article 44 of the Indian Constitution

2 Article 14 in the Constitution of India 1949 - Indian Kanoon, https://indiankanoon.org/doc/367586/ (last visited Aug 16, 2023).
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(1955), the Hindu succession act (1956), and the Muslim personal law application act (1937) will technically become void.1
DISCUSSION BY CONSTITUENT ASSEMBLY ON ARTICLE 44
When the UCC (Article 35, Draft Constitution of India 1948)2 was being discussed by the constituent assembly, it triggered
an environment of debate among the members. Most of the opposition of the draft came from Muslim members. They wanted
their personal laws to be untouched by the constitution and no interference was to be tolerated. Few contentions that were
raised were that this law interferes with the freedom of religion; that it would create disharmony among the Muslim community
and last was that it was incorrect to meddle with the personal laws without consultation and approval of specific religious
communities.
Meanwhile, it was also defended by the committee members on the basis that UCC is necessary in order to uphold the unity
of the country, and promote the secular structure of the nation. Upliftment of women community will be much more difficult
with the enforceability of personal laws; and it was also contended that only Muslim community will not be the one being
affected but also the Hindu community will also be interfered.
India already had a common criminal code (IPC) but the new law related to family and property issues. It was later on
pointed out that UCC will not be a mandate and will only be included under Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP), where
these principles serve as guiding principles for the governance of the country and no compulsory obligation will reside with the
ruling government to implement the provisions immediately.
V. CONSTITUTIONAL CONTRADICTIONS
In Indian Constitution, the diversity of the country has been kept in mind while framing the articles. It can be seen by the
fact that every religion is provided with their own power to manage their affairs, and other such rights. But article 44 of the
Indian Constitution violates the fundamental rights that are guaranteed by the constitution, these rights include article 25 (It
guarantees the freedom of conscience, the freedom to profess, practice, and propagate religion to all citizens), article 29
(protection of interests of minorities), etc. UCC also contradicts the special provisions given to states such as Nagaland,
Mizoram, etc. Therefore, it becomes extremely important to interpret what and how the constitution framers wanted article 44
to be and same should be carried on with rather than doing anything for one’s own political benefit.
VI. RELATED JUDGEMENTS
 Sarla Mudgal, & Others v/s Union of India, 1995
On one hand, Hindu marriages are governed by the Hindu Personal law which applies to Hindus, Jain, Sikhs, and
Buddhists. On the other hand, Muslim marriages are governed under the archaic provisions of Shariat law, 1937. Hindu
marriage laws allow monogamy whereas Muslim individuals are allowed to marry as many as four women at a time. 3 The
judgment in this landmark case raised the issue of the common civil code and its potential impact on the constitutional right to
freedom of religion. This case remains a key reference in the current debate on a UCC. Under Article 44 of the Constitution of
India, the state is required to provide a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) to all its citizens. The court emphasizes on the abuse of
personal laws and reiterates that a well-functioning UCC can correct these inequalities and ensure gender equality.
In this case, Meena Mathur was married to Jitender Mathur in 1978. Jitender started to develop affection towards Sunita
Narula, and in order to circumvent the provision of section 494 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, he along with Sunita, changed
his religion and got converted into Islam and adopted Muslim religion. Meena Mathur found that her husband Jitender Mathur
married another woman named Sunita Narula alias Fathima. After marrying to Sunita, Jitender converted himself back to Hindu
and escaped the liability of maintaining his second wife, Fathima, for which he is not liable in either of the personal laws. Here,
Religious conversion became the way out for people to tie the knot with another woman without dissolving their prior
marriage, only due to the presence of differentiating personal laws.
It was held that the husband (or any of the spouses) cannot do another marriage unless the first marriage has been legally
dissolved. After solemnization of marriage under a particular religion, if the spouse converts him/herself to another religion
merely with the objective of doing another marriage, then the earlier solemnized marriage will not get nullified because the
rights of the other partner (who still practices the first religion) will get violated. It also gets against the principle of natural
justice, as someone who wants to deceit his wife, he can easily do so without having to be prosecuted under article 494 of the
Indian penal code, 1860. And if someone wants to do second marriage, then his/her first marriage should be dissolved as per
the procedure established by law prior to that of marrying for another time.
 Mohd Ahmad Khan v/s Shah Bano Begum4
It is one of the remarkable cases which have dealt with the problem of "Triple Talaq Verdict". It substantiated to be a
milestone in the struggle of rights, freedom for the Muslim women. It is commonly known as the “Shah Bano Case”.

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the-citizens/ (last visited Aug 16, 2023)

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9651-case-analysis-sarla-mudgal-v-s-union-of-india.html (last visited Aug 16, 2023).

4 Case analysis-Mohd Ahmad Khan V/s Shah Bano Begum, Legal Service India - Law, Lawyers and Legal Resources,
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In 1932, Shah Bano was married to Mohd. Ahmad Khan who was a renowned lawyer in Indore. After 14 years of their
marriage, Mohd. Ahmad Khan married another woman who was younger than him. In 1975, when Shah Bano was of 62 years,
she was thrown out of her house along with her 5 children (3 sons and 2 daughters) by her husband. Her husband promised to
give Rs.200 as her monthly allowance, but when he abandoned her maintenance, she filed a law suit in 1978. Following this,
Mohd. Ahmad Khan gave divorce to his wife Shah Bano by uttering "Triple Talaq” and it was irrevocable. After this, he took a
safeguard that since Shah Bano is no more his legal wife, therefore he is no more entitled to provide her the maintenance or
alimony.
The local court directed him to provide Rs.25 per month as her maintenance. After this, Shah Bano made an appeal in MP
High Court for receiving Rs.179 per month as her maintenance. Shah Bano's precedent went to Supreme Court and filled a
petition against the verdict of High Court of Madhya Pradesh. Primary argument of Ahmad Khan was that he cannot keep any
kind of connection with Shah Bano as it is prohibited and is not allowed by Islamic laws/Islam and is "Haram". Therefore, he is
not legally responsible to maintain her.
The Supreme Court held that Section 125[3] of Code of Criminal Procedure solicited to Muslims too, without any sought of
discrimination. And court also observed that this rule of Muslim law was against humanity and was wrong because in this case
the wife was not even able to maintain herself.
Justice Y. V. Chandrachud lamented in the Shah Bano case (1985) that Article 44 "has remained a dead letter" because "no
evidence of any official activity for framing a common civil code for the country" had been produced. Here, personal religious
law acted as a hindrance to provide justice to Shah Bano. He wanted a beginning to be made in that direction “if the
Constitution is to have any meaning”.1
VII. COUNTRIES HAVING UCC
India has always believed in the ideology of Unity in Diversity. The diverse element exists in the homogeneous structure of
our Indian society. Uniform Civil Code is followed in countries like US, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Turkey, Indonesia,
Egypt and Ireland. All of these nations have a single set of personal rules that apply to all religions; no individual religion or
group has its own set of laws.2
In case of France, Voltaire, a French author, famously lamented that a person travelling France would have to switch laws as
frequently as he did horses.3 Napoleon campaigned for a single set of written laws that applied to everyone because he was
determined to unite France into a powerful modern nation. He consulted and told various French legal scholars to compose a
uniform law for France. And then, in 1804, the Civil Code of France came into existence. The Napoleonic Code, which
established a unified legal system and promoted secularism, had a tremendous impact on the development of French society.
The Uniform Civil Code in Turkey was launched in 1926. The Islamic laws were replaced by Turkish Civil Code which was
a modern civil code that provided secular family laws while providing gender parity. This law has been a success by providing
Turkish women with more rights and freedom.
VIII. IMPACT OF UCC ON SOCIETY
One of the primary objectives of UCC is to establish equality and feeling of justice in matters related to personal laws. The
UCC may prevent religious discrimination and promote equal rights and opportunities for all persons by providing a uniform
set of laws applicable to all citizens, regardless of their religious affiliations. 4
Many of the personal laws in India have a gender bias that is negatively framed towards women, and UCC aims to eliminate
such discriminations and promote gender justice. In such a way, UCC can contribute to the women that will ensure their social,
economic, and legal equality.
The existence of various different personal laws can lead to legal complexities and confusion. By implementing the UCC,
numerous family laws would be streamlined and harmonized, providing legal certainty and improving legal procedures.
Individuals and families can benefit from this simplicity by minimizing uncertainty and ensuring that laws are applied
consistently across the country.
Personal laws of our country are deeply rooted in our traditional customs and rituals, which may not have as much
importance in current era of modernization as they have had in the past. Since they do not align with our modern societal value
and needs, the UCC provides an opportunity to replace those laws by incorporating more progressive principles that are more
relatable in current society.
The UCC is in line with the Secular fabric that our country has adopted, it empathize equal treatment of law for every
Indian, irrespective of their religion or religious beliefs. Its execution enhances the secular values enshrined in the Indian
Constitution and fosters a feeling of national identity that transcends religious differences.

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The implementation of a UCC may be met with opposition from religious communities and traditionalists, who may see it
as a violation of their religious beliefs and practices. It can be difficult to manage this opposition and ensure a smooth
transition.
One of the most important aspects of a UCC is how it is interpreted and enforced. The judicial system plays an important
role in ensuring that the UCC is applied in accordance with the principles of equal treatment and secularism. And is being
interpreted as the constitution makers wanted it to be. In order to implement a UCC, it may be necessary to work together with
the public to inform them about the changes to the law and how they will affect them. This will help to reduce confusion and
opposition.
IX. DEMERITS OF PERSONAL LAWS
One of the main drawbacks of religious laws is that they exhibit inequalities among both the genders. Women are always on
the negative side whether it is a matter of marriage, divorce, property succession, etc.
Personal laws are related to any one specific religion and it is influenced by their religious rituals and traditions. Although,
these laws help in protecting the interests of its followers but this might also result in spreading biases about any particular
religion. And eventually this might lead to differential treatment of people belonging to other religion or following other
religious belief.
Many provisions of the personal laws still contain outdated practices and customs that do not align with the current
livelihood of the society. These provisions can give rise to inequality and might act as a hindrance in the process of becoming
more inclusive and equitable society.
Due to the lack of a uniform civil code, distinct personal laws are applied to people depending on their religious affiliation.
This lack of uniformity might lead to distinctive treatment and unequal rights, undermining the principles of equality and justice.
X. MYTHS ABOUT UCC1
One of the biggest misconceptions is that UCC will only wash away the Muslim personal law. This perception has created a
misbelief that the UCC is intended to undermine or replace Islamic practices. Although, by thorough reading we can understand
that main objective of UCC is to establish uniformity and to do away all the personal religious laws, not only Muslim personal
law.
Another myth is that Muslim personal law is outdated and prejudiced towards women. This misconception ignores the
reality that true Islamic law recognizes the value of the family and gives grounds for divorce based on irretrievable collapse,
while also acknowledging the sanctity of family life.
Some people believe the UCC disregards local laws that are covered by legislative rules or constitutional protections. This
impression results from a disregard for last clause of Article 44, which states that the UCC should be applicable "throughout the
territory of India." When developing a consistent code, it is crucial to recognize and take into account the variety of local and
customary rules.
There is also a myth that no steps have been taken towards establishing a uniform civil code. However, the article
recognizes the adoption of a number of legislation with broad application, changes to personal laws, and continuous initiatives
to gradually harmonize family laws. These developments show development in the direction of a UCC.
XI. WHY NOT UCC BE IMPLEMENTED
In Indian society, we can find people of both the mindset, some who supports the implementation of UCC and some who
are against it and do not want it to take place. We would look into some of the key pointers that people put forward as the basis
of their argument for not supporting UCC.
As we know that UCC is mentioned in the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP), which is a set of ideals meant to be
kept in mind by the state when it formulates policies and enacts laws. 2 But likewise, there are other DPSPs mentioned on which
state is silent or does not takes any action to implement the, for eg. Restriction of smoking and drinking.
Constitutional scholars claim that one of the main arguments against the use of the Uniform Civil Code is that it is seen to
violate the constitutional freedom to practice one's religion freely. This privilege allows religious groups to uphold their own set
of personal laws. Article 25, which gives each religious group the right to independently manage its internal affairs while Article
29 protects their right to maintain their particular cultural legacy, serves as an example of this. In addition, it is argued that the
concept of "one nation, one law" cannot be applied to the private laws of communities because codified civil and criminal laws,
such as the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), do not follow this principle. It is clear that
anticipatory bail laws vary from state to state. In all groups, it is said by experts, the Uniform Civil Code may possibly enforce a
code that is inspired by Hindu practices. Clauses relating to family disputes over property inheritance might be included in a
Uniform Civil Code example. These clauses may be consistent with Hindu customs and would place legal responsibilities on
other cultures to follow them.

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According to 21st Law Commission, Uniform Civil Code is presently deemed unnecessary and not recommended. It further
believes that personal laws serve as a strong indication of a vibrant democratic system rather than indicating discriminatory
practices. It also explained that implementation of a uniform law throughout any country is harmful for marginalized and
vulnerable groups. It suggested that instead of implementing an uniform law, the government should ensure gender parity by
focusing on reforming personal laws in such a way that no gender bias or discrimination is present, and not by focusing solely in
the process of implementation of UCC. The Law Commission expressed its support for achieving “equality within
communities” and not “equality between communities”.
The personal law is included in the Concurrent List, this shows that the intention was to maintain legal diversity, if creating
legal uniformity had been the main priority, personal laws would have been added to the Union List, giving Parliament sole
authority to create legislation addressing these issues.
XII. BJP ANGLE ON UCC
BJP, the ruling party in India, has been in the support of the implementation of UCC. It can be apprehended that it is
mainly because BJP in its manifesto of 2019 General Election (Lok Sabha Elections) clearly mentioned to bring UCC to the
country. It will be reasonable to assume that the core voters group of the party, the middle class Hindu families, was demanding
the UCC and therefore BJP included it as one of its objectives 1. After that, since the party came to the power, for the
consecutive time, BJP started to make plans in order to implement UCC. The Prime Minister is trying to make it look as easy as
possible to implement the UCC. But even after staying in the power, no significant step has been taken on a pan-India level
which solidifies the party’s move on the issue. Whereas, on state-level, in Uttarakhand, BJP has initiated the process by
formation of a five-member committee which is headed by former Supreme Court judge, Justice (retd.) Ranjana Prakash Desai.
This committee is expected to make draft report and after that, steps will be taken by the BJP-ruled state of Uttarakhand to
implement UCC as soon as possible. The reason why BJP is reluctant to take harsh steps for directly implementing the UCC is
that it is conscious of not offending the minorities. The Prime Minister's strong support for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) has
the potential to widen the gap between the various castes and classes in India. A Uniform Civil Code (UC) will affect not only
Muslims but also other minority religious communities as well. This is because of the differences in cultural traditions between
the states, the castes and the social strata within the Hindu society. For example, the customs of tribal communities are
completely different from the customs of a typical urban Hindu family 2. In a nutshell, BJP will try its best in order to get UCC
implemented, as they believe it will bring uniformity to the country, there might also be some of their political motives, as may
be speculated by few citizens, but after all they are just speculations and no logical reasoning and backing is generally provided
so we cannot say anything solid about the same.
XIII. EQUILIBRIUM BETWEEN 25-28 AND 44
People often argue that implementing UCC will make a way for the erosion of rights of minority and cultural pluralism.
Therefore, there needs to be a balance between the articles 25-28 of the Indian Constitution and article 44 as the most
important thing is to make sure that it’s not just a political stunt, but a well-thought-out strategy for achieving a harmonious
government and society. The implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) should not be based on emotive arguments
between majority and minority communities, nor be a political stunt. Rather, it should be conducted through intellectual effort
and thorough consideration of its impact on the multifaceted nature of the nation. 3 Acknowledging the need for a Uniform
Civil Code, it is essential to ensure that it is implemented in a manner that is compatible with the social climate. However, it is
also essential to avoid using the UCC as a means of imposing majority beliefs or attacking minority practices. To ensure that the
UCC is implemented in a balanced manner, it is important to ensure that it respects diversity and upholds minority rights. The
current debate around the UCC is often motivated by political considerations. Rather than resorting to mere rhetoric, it is
essential for policy makers to focus on the drafting of a law that takes into account the various religious liberties and practices
while adhering to constitutional objectives. Establishing this balance while implementing the Uniform Civil Code is a complex
task that necessitates intellectual diligence, impartial deliberation and a comprehensive comprehension of India's diversity and
cultural identity. By doing so, the UCC can contribute to the promotion of gender equality, social harmony and the unity of
India.
XIV. CONCLUSION
Inclusive and Consultative Approach: The process of formulation of UCC should consist of an inclusive and
consultative approach. Engaging with a wide range of stakeholders is essential, including legal professionals, social reformers,
religious leaders, community representatives, and the general public. It will make sure that various points of views are taken in
consideration and the issues of different communities are being addressed.
Creating a Comprehensive Code: To create a comprehensive UCC, a representative team of renowned social reformers
and legal experts should work together. This draught should uphold the ideals of justice, equality, and contemporary cultural
norms without engaging in religious prejudice or gender inequity.

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Addressing Misconceptions and Concerns: There ought to be an effort made to dispel the myths and worries
surrounding the UCC. It is possible to clear up misconceptions and improve knowledge of the goals and advantages of a
standard civil code through clear communication and public conversation. Apprehensions can also be reduced by respectfully
interacting with religious leaders and communities.
Gradual Implementation: The UCC should be implemented gradually due to the intricacy of personal laws and the
diversity of Indian society. Phased changes should be implemented to ensure a smooth transition and the establishment of the
required legislative framework and public awareness. This method recognizes the necessity of giving considerable thought to
and adjusting to certain social and cultural situations.
Legislative Process: The legislature should be given the opportunity to review, comment on, and amend the UCC draught.
Legislators' participation in the legislative process enables democratic oversight and permits revisions based on the suggestions
and inputs of many stakeholders.
Education and Sensitization: To inform the public about the UCC, its goals, and its potential advantages, public
awareness campaigns and sensitization programs should be run. This can facilitate a smooth implementation process by
fostering consensus and gaining support from the general public.
JudicialReview: When the UCC is implemented, there can be legal issues. The judiciary has a critical role in interpreting
and enforcing the UCC's constitutionality. A fair balance between individual freedom and community interests is maintained by
judicial review, which also guarantees that the code is consistent with the fundamental rights enshrined in the Indian
Constitution.
Given the complexity of the constitutional requirement for a unified civil code, it is essential to be cautious and explicit
when describing its goals, purposes, and methods of application. The advancements gained thus far and the shortcomings in the
current family law system point to the necessity of incremental reforms. At last I would like to conclude this document by
saying that, whatever is beneficial for our society and social integrity, only such practices should be followed and anything acting
as a threat to our society should be eliminated at the earliest. Proper information about UCC should be spread and
miscommunication caused by some political parties, only for their political objective, is detrimental for our social fabric and
should be avoided. And at last, we the people are required to think logically and support what we feel is correct for our nation.