Indian home minister vows to roll out common civil code in all BJP states by 2029
India's home minister Amit Shah announced plans to implement a uniform civil code in the 21 states led by the ruling party before the next national elections.
Current implementation status and timeline
At least four Indian states have already adopted the Uniform Civil Code. Home Minister Amit Shah stated on Sunday that he is confident in expanding this to all relevant regions by 2029.
Government goals versus minority concerns
The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party views the code as a long-standing objective for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Muslim citizens express worry that replacing diverse personal laws with a single code would infringe on their religious freedoms.
Arguments regarding women's rights
Supporters claim the legislation ends polygamy and ensures equal property inheritance for sons and daughters. They also argue it requires divorce processes to occur before a civil court.
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