Current Affairs - State - Discussion

The state of Uttarakhand has amended its Uniform Civil Code (UCC) to simplify marriage registration for residents of Nepali, Bhutanese, and Tibetan origin. This reform allows these communities to register their marriages without the requirement of an Aadhaar card, promoting inclusivity and administrative convenience. The Uttarakhand Uniform Civil Code Act, 2024, makes the registration of marriages, divorces, and live-in relationships mandatory and imposes penalties for non-compliance. This amendment reflects Uttarakhand’s progressive approach to ensuring equality and uniformity in personal civil laws within the framework of the UCC.