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Rajasthan Cabinet Approves Uniform Civil Code Bill
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 14 Aug 2026, 03:36 PM
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The Rajasthan cabinet has given the green light to a new Uniform Civil Code bill, marking a significant step toward codifying personal laws in the state.
In a recent cabinet meeting, the Rajasthan government approved a bill that seeks to introduce a Uniform Civil Code across the state. The proposal aims to replace personal laws that differ by religion with a single set of laws applicable to all citizens.
The bill would standardise matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance and adoption, ensuring that all residents are governed by the same legal framework regardless of their faith. It is intended to promote equality and simplify legal procedures.
Political analysts view the move as a potential catalyst for the national discussion on a Uniform Civil Code, a topic that has long been debated in India. The Rajasthan proposal could serve as a model for other states.
Following cabinet approval, the bill will be sent to the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly for debate and eventual passage.
The bill would standardise matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance and adoption, ensuring that all residents are governed by the same legal framework regardless of their faith. It is intended to promote equality and simplify legal procedures.
Political analysts view the move as a potential catalyst for the national discussion on a Uniform Civil Code, a topic that has long been debated in India. The Rajasthan proposal could serve as a model for other states.
Following cabinet approval, the bill will be sent to the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly for debate and eventual passage.