UCC Being Brought to Interfere in Muslim Personal Matters, Says Jamiat Leader
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Mumbai, Sept 15: Jamiat Ulama Ahle Sunnat Mumbai president Maulana Ijaz Kashmiri has opposed the proposed implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), alleging that it was being brought primarily to interfere in the religious personal matters of Muslims.
“The Uniform Civil Code is being brought solely to interfere in the religious personal matters of Muslims,” Kashmiri said. He questioned why various communities, tribal societies and castes within Hindu society were being exempted from its provisions while, according to him, Muslims were being specifically targeted.
Kashmiri said the government had the power and authority to implement the law, but appealed to Muslims to remain firm in their faith and understand and practise their religion.
“If you face any issues, instead of going to outsiders to plead your case, sit together in the light of the Quran, Hadith and guidance of scholars, and seek solutions to your problems through Shariah,” he said.
Mumbai, Maharashtra: Jamiyat Ulama Ahle Sunnat Mumbai president Maulana Ijaz Kashmiri says, "The Uniform Civil Code is being brought solely to interfere in the religious personal matters of Muslims. There are many communities, tribal societies, and castes within Hindu society as… pic.twitter.com/s4Fduajj6e
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The UCC is intended to establish a common legal framework governing personal civil matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance and succession, irrespective of religion. Article 44 of the Constitution directs the State to endeavour to secure a Uniform Civil Code for citizens.
Uttarakhand became the first state in independent India to implement a UCC when its law came into force on January 27, 2025. The Uttarakhand framework applies uniform rules to personal civil matters while excluding Scheduled Tribes and certain constitutionally protected customary groups.
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