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MP Assembly Approves Uniform Civil Code Bill Amid 'Jai Shri' Chants
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 22 Jul 2026, 12:05 PM
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The Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly voted to pass the Uniform Civil Code bill, with members chanting 'Jai Shri' during proceedings.
The Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly approved the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) bill in a vote held on Thursday, marking a significant step toward codifying personal laws in the state. The bill, which seeks to replace religion‑based personal laws with a single set of civil laws, was passed with a majority of votes in favour.
During the session, several legislators raised their voices in chants of "Jai Shri," a slogan often associated with Hindu nationalist sentiment. The chants drew attention from media and observers, highlighting the political climate surrounding the UCC debate.
Supporters of the bill argue that a uniform code would promote equality and simplify legal procedures across the state. Opponents, however, caution that the move could infringe on religious freedoms and cultural diversity.
The passage of the UCC bill in Madhya Pradesh follows similar legislative efforts in other states, and it is expected to spark further discussions at the national level regarding the future of personal laws in India.
During the session, several legislators raised their voices in chants of "Jai Shri," a slogan often associated with Hindu nationalist sentiment. The chants drew attention from media and observers, highlighting the political climate surrounding the UCC debate.
Supporters of the bill argue that a uniform code would promote equality and simplify legal procedures across the state. Opponents, however, caution that the move could infringe on religious freedoms and cultural diversity.
The passage of the UCC bill in Madhya Pradesh follows similar legislative efforts in other states, and it is expected to spark further discussions at the national level regarding the future of personal laws in India.