GSL
General Speaking List (90sec)
"समानता का असली अर्थ तभी है, जब कानून सबके लिए समान हो।"
"Honorable Chair, esteemed delegates, and the respected members of the house
FOR OR AGAINST
Her public statements on the UCC are generally in her capacity
I as a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP),I am in support of the
party's manifesto, which includes implementing the UCC.
"Uniform Civil Code विभाजन नहीं, बल्कि एकता का संकल्प है।
elaborating
A primary legal argument in favor of the UCC is to ensure gender justice
by addressing discriminatory practices in existing personal laws, which
often disadvantage women in matters of inheritance, divorce, and
polygamy.
MY STANSE IS THAT IT WILL Legal implications
Gender justice
Conflict with religious freedom
Constitutional directive
Judicial support:
Federalism concerns
Advantage
Abolition of discriminatory practices
Promotion of gender justice
Constitutional alignment:
Judicial simplification:
Contradiction of secularism
IMPROVEMENT
HYDERABAD, Nov 21: Union Finance Minister and BJP senior leader
Nirmala Sitharaman announced that a committee will be formed to
examine the aspects of the Uniform Civil Code,
Sitharaman criticized the neglect of the education sector in
Telangana, pointing out the failure to fill vacant positions and the high
number of farmer suicides.
Sitharaman urged people to understand the financial challenges faced
by the state and emphasized the importance of considering prevailing
economic conditions when making promises and distributing freebies
in the budget. (UNI)
My stance with research
The scrutiny and debate around the UCC itself involve significant legal, political,
and religious implications.
Legal implications
Gender justice: A primary legal argument in favor of the UCC is to ensure
gender justice by addressing discriminatory practices in existing personal
laws, which often disadvantage women in matters of inheritance, divorce,
and polygamy.
Conflict with religious freedom: Opponents argue that implementing a UCC
would infringe upon the fundamental right to freedom of religion,
guaranteed by Articles 25 and 26 of the Constitution, by overriding
religious personal laws.
Constitutional directive: Article 44 of the Constitution includes the UCC as
a non-enforceable Directive Principle of State Policy, advising the state to
endeavor to secure a uniform civil code.
Judicial support: The Supreme Court has repeatedly emphasized the need
for a UCC in several landmark judgments, including the Shah Bano (1985),
Sarla Mudgal (1995), and Shayara Bano (2017) cases, highlighting
discriminatory personal law practices.
Federalism concerns: As "personal laws" fall under the Concurrent List of
the Constitution, imposing a central UCC could undermine the autonomy of
states to legislate on the matter.
FOR OR AGAINST
Her public statements on the UCC are generally in her capacity as a
member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), in support of the party's
manifesto, which includes implementing a UCC.
ADVANTAGE
Legal implications
Abolition of discriminatory practices: A UCC would aim to replace personal
laws based on religious customs with a single set of laws governing
marriage, divorce, inheritance, and succession. Proponents argue this
would eliminate gender-biased and outdated provisions, particularly in
laws affecting women.
Promotion of gender justice: By establishing uniform rules, a UCC would
ensure equal rights and responsibilities for men and women in civil
matters, addressing inequalities perpetuated by some personal laws.
Constitutional alignment: Article 44 of the Indian Constitution, a Directive
Principle of State Policy, calls for the state to "endeavour to secure for the
citizens a uniform civil code". Proponents view the UCC as upholding
constitutional values of equality and secularism.
Judicial simplification: A uniform law would simplify the legal system by
ending the complexities of applying different personal laws. This could
streamline the judicial process and improve access to justice.
Contradiction of secularism: Opponents argue that enforcing a UCC would
contradict India's secularism by interfering with the freedom of religion, a
fundamental right protected under Articles 25 and 26 of the Constitution.
Political implications
National integration: Proponents suggest that a single civil code would
foster national unity and a shared identity by removing legal divisions
based on religion. It would reduce religious conflicts arising from disparate
personal laws.
Reduction of "vote bank" politics: The implementation of a UCC could
diminish the political incentive to cater to different religious groups based
on their personal laws.
Concerns over political misuse: Critics, particularly from minority
communities, worry the UCC could be used as a political tool to
marginalize minorities and impose a majoritarian view. They believe it
could erode India's cultural diversity and create social unrest.
Divisive electoral issue: The debate over the UCC has historically been
politically charged, with critics concerned that it could be used to create
communal tensions, especially during elections.
State-level implementation: Some BJP-led states, like Uttarakhand, have
taken steps toward adopting a UCC. This varied approach across states
could create legal and political complications for a potential nationwide
law.
Religious implications
Infringement on religious freedom: Opponents argue that a UCC would
infringe on the religious autonomy of various communities, interfering with
centuries-old religious customs and traditions protected by the
Constitution.
Majoritarian imposition: Critics express concerns that a UCC could impose
the customs of the majority community on minority religions, forcing them
to abandon their unique traditions related to marriage, divorce, and
inheritance.
Reform from within: Many believe that genuine social reform should come
from within communities, through education and awareness, rather than
being imposed by the state.
Diversity vs. uniformity: The UCC debate reflects a fundamental tension
between the desire for national uniformity in civil matters and the
recognition of India's unique social and religious diversity.
" Uniform Civil Code विभाजन नहीं, बल्कि एकता का संकल्प है।
"Honorable Chair, esteemed delegates, and the respected members of the house
I as a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP),I am in support of the
party's manifesto, which includes implementing the UCC.
"Uniform Civil Code विभाजन नहीं, बल्कि एकता का संकल्प है।
Elaborating
A primary legal argument in favor of the UCC is to ensure gender justice
by addressing discriminatory practices in existing personal laws, which
often disadvantage women in matters of inheritance, divorce, and
polygamy.
MY STANSE IS THAT IT WILL Legal implications
Gender justice
Conflict with religious freedom
Constitutional directive
Advantage
Abolition of discriminatory practices
Promotion of gender justice
IMPROVEMENT
HYDERABAD, Nov 21: Union Finance Minister and BJP senior leader
Nirmala Sitharaman announced that a committee will be formed to
examine the aspects of the Uniform Civil Code,
Sitharaman criticized the neglect of the education sector in
Telangana, pointing out the failure to fill vacant positions and the high
number of farmer suicides.
Sitharaman urged people to understand the financial challenges faced
by the state and emphasized the importance of considering prevailing
economic conditions when making promises and distributing freebies
in the budget. (UNI)
