VideosAssam has introduced a new Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill that proposes a ban on polygamy, compulsory marriage and divorce registration, and legal regulation of live-in relationships. But what is the Uniform Civil Code, and why has it remained one of India’s most debated issues? This explainer breaks down the Assam UCC Bill, the history behind UCC, and Article 44 of the Constitution.Updated - May 25, 2026 07:53 pm IST
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Assam has introduced a new Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill that proposes a ban on polygamy, compulsory marriage and divorce registration, and legal regulation of live-in relationships. But what is the Uniform Civil Code, and why has it remained one of India’s most debated issues?
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