Assam cabinet clears draft UCC Bill, to be tabled in Assembly on May 26

Assam's cabinet has approved the Uniform Civil Code Bill, slated for introduction in the Assembly on May 26. This move aligns with the BJP's commitment to a common set of civil laws for marriage, divorce, and inheritance, aiming for legal uniformity across communities. The state government emphasises prioritising Assam's identity and development agenda while enacting this significant legislation.