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Polygamy banned, equal inheritance rights ensured: All you need to know about the Madhya Pradesh Uniform Civil Code Bill

Rukma Rathore - 20 July, 2026

Uttarakhand, Gujarat and Assam have officially enacted the Uniform Civil Code whereas States like Maharashtra, West Bengal and Rajasthan formed expert committees to design their respective regulations.

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Maharashtra moves towards UCC: Fadnavis govt sets up panel under retired High Court judge

OpIndia Staff - 24 June, 2026

The committee will study the issue and prepare a draft, based on which the government will take further steps towards implementing the UCC in the state.

BJP govt set to introduce UCC bill in Madhya Pradesh Vidhan Sabha during the Monsoon session: Here is what we know so far

OpIndia Staff - 18 June, 2026

During a media interaction on Wednesday, CM Yadav said, “The Uniform Civil Code bill will also be introduced in this session. With the blessings of Baba Mahakal, the UCC bill will be passed this session.”

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Assam assembly passes UCC bill: Becomes first state in northeast to implement landmark uniform civil code to unify marriage, divorce, and property laws

OpIndia Staff - 27 May, 2026

The Assam Assembly has passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, 2026, creating a single legal framework for marriage, divorce, and inheritance across communities.

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Polygamy ban, uniform inheritance rules, mandatory marriage registration, and more: Inside the proposed Assam Uniform Civil Code 2026

Shraddha Pandey - 25 May, 2026

For polygamous marriages, the bill provides for a complete ban; however, such old marriages can be registered under special rules, but will not be allowed to be repeated once the Assam UCC comes into force.

Uniform Civil Code won’t be applicable on tribals, their rights, customs and traditions will be protected, clarifies Amit Shah on 150th birth anniversary of...

OpIndia Staff - 25 May, 2026

"I want you to go across the country with this message. Tell people there is nothing to fear from the UCC," Shah stated.

BJP govt led by Himanta Biswa Sarma introduces Uniform Civil Code bill in Assam Vidhan Sabha: Here is what we know

OpIndia Staff - 25 May, 2026

The state's Legislative Assembly will hold a special session from 21st to 26th May. The UCC bill is scheduled to be a part of it.

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Assam: Himanta Biswa Sarma govt approves UCC bill in first cabinet meeting, tribal communities and local religious customs to be exempted

OpIndia Staff - 13 May, 2026

In a significant step toward fulfilling a key election promise, the Assam Cabinet under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday approved the draft...

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