President Murmu Approves Gujarat UCC, State Becomes Second After Uttarakhand
What Happened
Droupadi Murmu has given assent to the Gujarat Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, 2026, paving the way for its implementation in the state. Gujarat becomes the second state after Uttarakhand to secure approval for a UCC. The law establishes a common legal framework for marriage, divorce, inheritance, succession and live-in relationships, irrespective of religion, though Scheduled Tribes are exempt from its provisions.
Key Takeaways
The UCC aims to create a uniform set of civil laws across communities in Gujarat, covering family and personal matters. The law will come into force once the state government notifies the operational rules.