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Madhya Pradesh UCC Bill Imposes Jail Terms for Live-In Couples
✍️ madhyamamonline.com
🗓 21 Jul 2026, 04:03 PM
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The newly enacted Madhya Pradesh Uniform Civil Code Bill introduces stringent regulations on live-in relationships, including jail terms for violations.
The Madhya Pradesh government has passed a new Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill that brings strict rules for live-in relationships. The legislation specifies that couples who live together without marriage can face legal penalties, including imprisonment. The bill aims to regulate cohabitation and align it with the state's broader legal framework. Lawmakers argue the measure will protect societal values and reduce the ambiguity surrounding unregistered partnerships.