Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Madhya Pradesh Passes Uniform Civil Code
The Madhya Pradesh government has passed a new law called the Uniform Civil Code (UCC).
This law aims to give equal rights to men and women, especially in matters like property and marriage.
The Chief Minister, Mohan Yadav, said that people who have more than one marriage at the same time will go to jail.
The law also sets the same marriage age for everyone: 21 for boys and 18 for girls.
Marriages must be registered, and only courts can grant divorces.
The opposition party, Congress, protested against the bill, saying the government should focus on other important issues like giving more reservations to certain communities.
Despite the protests, the bill was passed.
Madhya Pradesh assembly passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) bill on July 21, 2026.
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav asserted that people engaging in more than one marriage simultaneously will be jailed.
The bill seeks equal rights for men and women in property and marriage.
Marriage age is set at 21 for boys and 18 for girls, with mandatory registration.
Divorce can only be granted by courts, not religious practitioners.
- Who
- Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly
- What
- Passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill
- When
- July 21, 2026
- Where
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Why
- To ensure equal rights and streamline civil laws
Congress Opposition
BJP Government
Urgency of UCC Implementation
Congress Opposition
Congress questions the rush to implement UCC, suggesting focus on other issues like 27% OBC reservation.
BJP Government
BJP asserts the importance of UCC, calling it a historic step for equal rights.
Committee Review
Congress Opposition
Congress demands the bill be referred to a select committee for thorough discussion.
BJP Government
BJP proceeds with the bill without committee review, emphasizing its readiness for implementation.
- Bill Passed
- Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill
- Date
- July 21, 2026
- Chief Minister
- Mohan Yadav
- Marriage Age
- 21 years for boys, 18 years for girls
- Divorce Process
- Only courts can grant divorce
- Religious Practices
- No interference in religious practices
- Marriage Registration
- Mandatory
Sources
Monsoon Session Day-2: Madhya Pradesh Assembly Passes Uniform Civil Code; 'People Engaging In More Than One Marriage Will Be Jailed, CM Mohan Yadav Asserts
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MP Assembly passes Uniform Civil Code; ‘golden chapter’ added, says CM Yadav
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Madhya Pradesh Assembly passes Uniform Civil Code Bill
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MP Assembly Passes Historic UCC Bill 2026 Amid Protests And Stormy Debates
