Maharashtra government starts deliberations on Uniform Civil Code, announcement of committee on UCC likely

Maharashtra is set to frame a Uniform Civil Code, with an expert committee to be formed soon. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis highlighted its constitutional backing and alignment with equality principles. This move follows Uttarakhand's lead, with other states also considering similar reforms. While Congress seeks broad consensus, Shiv Sena welcomes the initiative, viewing it as a long-standing ideological commitment.

Maharashtra government starts deliberations on Uniform Civil Code, announcement of committee on UCC likely
Maharashtra is set to frame a Uniform Civil Code, with an expert committee to be formed soon. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis highlighted its constitutional backing and alignment with equality principles. This move follows Uttarakhand's lead, with other states also considering similar reforms. While Congress seeks broad consensus, Shiv Sena welcomes the initiative, viewing it as a long-standing ideological commitment.