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Maharashtra UCC Committee to Draft Law in Two Weeks
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 03 Jul 2026, 02:17 PM
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A committee formed by the Maharashtra government is set to draft legislation for a Uniform Civil Code within the next two weeks. The move signifies progress in the state's efforts to implement a common code for personal laws.
The Maharashtra government's committee tasked with formulating a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) is expected to complete its draft legislation within a fortnight. This development marks a significant step forward in the state's pursuit of a unified legal framework for personal matters.
The committee's mandate involves reviewing existing personal laws and proposing a common code applicable to all citizens, irrespective of their religion. The swift timeline for drafting the legislation indicates the government's commitment to expediting the process.
While the specifics of the proposed draft are yet to be revealed, the formation and imminent completion of the draft by the committee underscore Maharashtra's proactive stance on implementing a Uniform Civil Code.
The committee's mandate involves reviewing existing personal laws and proposing a common code applicable to all citizens, irrespective of their religion. The swift timeline for drafting the legislation indicates the government's commitment to expediting the process.
While the specifics of the proposed draft are yet to be revealed, the formation and imminent completion of the draft by the committee underscore Maharashtra's proactive stance on implementing a Uniform Civil Code.