Code for marriage, live-in and divorce: Gujarat UCC Bill gets President’s nod
President Droupadi Murmu has approved the Gujarat Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill 2026, clearing the way for its enforcement, according to state government sources. The law, which has been in the works, will govern personal civil matters for Gujarat residents, including marriage, divorce, succession, adoption, and live-in relationships.
The Bill was approved by the Gujarat Assembly in March following an extensive debate, and it was subsequently published in the extraordinary gazette on October 1, where it was noted that the President's assent was granted on September 17. The legislation, largely modeled after Uttarakhand's UCC, aims to legitimize live-in relationships while introducing changes to inheritance, marriage, and divorce laws.
However, it important to note that the UCC will not apply to members of Scheduled Tribes or to individuals or groups whose customary rights are protected under Part XXI of the Constitution.
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- With President’s nod, Gujarat becomes second state after Uttarakhand to get UCC timesofindia.indiatimes.com
