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The Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand is a historic legal reform for uniformity concerning marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption laws across all communities. It promotes gender justice, equality, and social integration while serving as a role model for countrywide implementation under Article 44.
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The Uniform Civil Code aims to replace the religious-based personal laws with a common legal framework for all citizens. Goa is India's first state to implement the UCC, it already exists in the state since colonial rule since the time of the Portuguese civil code. The Supreme Court is in favour of the UCC, but as far as the implementation is concerned, it is contentious & needs wider political support, support from the judiciary, and acceptance within society.
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This article offers a comprehensive guide to Indian court marriages (2025), covering eligibility, required documents, procedures for NRIs, same-day marriages, and legality under various marriage laws. It gives insight into the advantages of court marriage and the role of a court marriage lawyer.
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The lawyer’s community has voiced its discontent over amendments to the Advocates Act, 1961, citing threats to the rights of lawyers and fundamental freedoms. The Bar Council of India has asked for the withdrawal of Sections 35A and 45B which penalize the advocates, thus undermining professional autonomy, triggering pan-India protests.