West Bengal forms committee to review draft UCC Bill
The West Bengal government has formed a high-level committee, chaired by former Supreme Court judge Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, to review a draft Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill. The move follows a campaign promise by the BJP to implement the UCC in the state by 2026.
Why it matters
The implementation of a Uniform Civil Code is a highly debated political issue in India, touching on religious personal laws and constitutional governance.
The West Bengal government has constituted a high-level committee headed by former Supreme Court judge Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai to examine a draft Uniform Civil Code (UCC) for the State.
The article reports on the formation of a committee and quotes government officials, maintaining a neutral tone despite the sensitive nature of the topic.
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