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The role of uniform civil code in secularism and National Integration in India.

Author(s) Amzad Alam, Ekhalak Alam
Country India
Abstract The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) has been a subject of intense debate in India since independence. As enshrined in Article 44 of the Indian Constitution, the UCC envisions a common set of laws governing personal matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption for all citizens, irrespective of religion. This paper explores the role of the UCC in promoting secularism and
national integration. While secularism implies state neutrality in religious matters, the coexistence of multiple personal laws challenges this notion. The paper critically evaluates the constitutional mandate of the UCC, its implications for secularism, and its potential to foster a unified national identity. Drawing from legal precedents, political discourse, and comparative perspectives, the study argues that implementing the UCC in a phased and consultative manner can enhance both equality and national cohesion without undermining India's pluralistic fabric.
Keywords Uniform civil code, Secularism, National Integration, Personal Law, Indian Constitution, Legal Pluralism
Published In Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2025
Published On 2025-08-04

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