Gujarat has passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, becoming the second Indian state after Uttarakhand to take this step. The law aims to provide a common set of civil laws for all citizens regardless of religion, covering marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption. This move aligns with Article 44 of the Constitution, which directs the state to work towards a uniform civil code. The development is significant for legal reform, gender equality, and national integration debates.
The Gujarat government passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in 2026. It became the second state after Uttarakhand to implement such a law.
This step is based on Article 44 of the Indian Constitution. It is part of Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP). DPSPs are not legally enforceable but guide governance.
The UCC tries to ensure equality before law and reduce legal differences.
1.Uniform Civil Code is mentioned in which Article?
A) Article 32
B) Article 44
C) Article 19
D) Article 21
Answer: B
2.UCC is part of which constitutional section?
A) Fundamental Rights
B) Directive Principles
C) Fundamental Duties
D) Schedules
Answer: B
3.Which state first passed UCC Bill?
A) Gujarat
B) Goa
C) Uttarakhand
D) Maharashtra
Answer: C
4.UCC mainly deals with which laws?
A) Criminal laws
B) Tax laws
C) Civil personal laws
D) Trade laws
Answer: C
5.Which state already follows common civil code?
A) Kerala
B) Goa
C) Punjab
D) Assam
Answer: B
Q1. Which Article of the Constitution mentions Uniform Civil Code?
Answer: Article 44
Q2. Directive Principles are enforceable by courts. True/False?
Answer: False
Students often confuse Fundamental Rights with Directive Principles.
UCC is under DPSP, not enforceable like Fundamental Rights.
Questions are usually asked on Article 44, DPSP nature, and recent state developments.