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What is the primary objective of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India?
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What is the primary objective of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India?

A.

To establish a common criminal law for all citizens

B.

To unify direct and indirect tax laws

C.

To provide a common set of personal laws for all citizens, irrespective of religion

D.

To standardize administrative procedures across all states

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) To provide a common set of personal laws for all citizens, irrespective of religion.
• UCC aims to bring uniformity in personal laws related to marriage, divorce, inheritance, etc.
• It seeks to ensure equality before law for all citizens.
• Envisaged under Article 44 of the Directive Principles.
Information Booster:
• Goa follows a common civil code in practice.
• UCC is a Directive Principle, not enforceable by courts.
• It is often discussed in the context of gender justice.
Additional Knowledge:
• Criminal laws are already uniform in India.
• Tax laws are unified through GST, not UCC.

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