Assam Introduces Uniform Civil Code Bill Amidst Strong Opposition
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma introduced a Uniform Civil Code Bill, sparking controversy as opposition parties alleged the move favored BJP ideologies. The Bill, passed amidst uproar, aims for gender justice and will not apply to Assam's Scheduled Tribes.
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In a significant legislative development, Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the introduction of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in Assam, recalling that Congress had first advocated this in 1925. Sarma claimed that the Bill aligns with India's constitutional framework, specifically Article 44, opposing allegations of partisan influences.
The Bill's passage was met with protests from Congress and Raijor Dal, calling for further debate. Sarma highlighted the exclusion of Assam's tribals due to their longstanding customary laws, arguing for gender justice and enhanced legal protections for women, including stricter penalties against polygamy and fraudulent marriages.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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