Gujarat Passes Uniform Civil Code Bill
Why this is here: The bill followed a report from a committee headed by a retired Supreme Court justice, indicating a process of study and consultation before the legislation passed.
Gujarat’s Assembly passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, 2026 on Wednesday. The state now joins Uttarakhand as the second in India to adopt a uniform legal framework for personal laws. This legislation applies to marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption across all communities.
Union home minister Amit Shah praised the bill’s passage. He stated the Bharatiya Janata Party has consistently supported a uniform law for all citizens. Shah congratulated Gujarat chief minister Bhupendra Patel and legislators who backed the bill.
Patel described the development as a historic moment for both Gujarat and India. He said the UCC will ensure equal rights for women, regardless of religion or caste. A committee led by retired Supreme Court Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai studied the issue and submitted a detailed report before implementation.