AIMPLB Challenges Uttarakhand’s Uniform Civil Code
NEW DELHI: The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has taken a significant step by challenging the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the Uttarakhand High Court. The board issued a statement on Friday confirming that the High Court has admitted its petition, with the case scheduled for a hearing on April 1. This hearing will coincide with other petitions that contest various provisions of the UCC.
Arguments Against the UCC
SQR Ilyas, the spokesperson for AIMPLB, stated that their petition argues that the UCC violates the Constitution and contradicts Islamic personal law. Through ten individual petitioners, all of whom are directly affected by the UCC and some affiliated with AIMPLB, they seek to highlight the implications of such a code on their personal rights and cultural practices.
Understanding the UCC
The Uniform Civil Code aims to replace personal laws based on the scriptures and customs of each major religious community in India with a common set governing every citizen. While proponents argue it promotes gender equality and national integration, opponents, including AIMPLB, believe it undermines religious freedoms and personal law.
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As this legal battle unfolds, it promises to be a crucial chapter in the discourse surrounding personal law and civil rights in India. Keep an eye on this space for further developments.