Ayushi Negi, Campus Law Centre (University of Delhi)
ABSTRACT
With the present government steering a proposal for the implementation of Article 44, the debate upon the adoption of a Uniform Civil Code for India has re-emerged. This article is an attempt to encapsulate the same. Even after 75 years of independence, Article 44 remains a dead letter. Whilst tracing its constitutional history, the article sheds light upon the political decisions that significantly contributed to the highly polarised nature of this subject. With the help of landmark Supreme Court judgements, the article juxtaposes the position of the apex court and that of the previous ruling governments on this issue. Delineating the reasons that have delayed the realisation of this constitutional goal, the article endorses the urgent need for such a code to replace the personal laws and customs of all religions and communities.
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