A DETAILED STUDY OF UNIFORM CIVIL CODE IN INDIA:   ADVANTAGES  &  DISADVANTAGES

In the year 1859 in the Queen’s proclamation, it was specifically mentioned that there would be complete non- interference in the religious matters. This was specifically done so that the ‘Divide and Rule’ policy of the Britishers can be easily enforced. This was done as a measure to stop the people from joining hands and to ensure that the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857 or the Revolt if 1857 does not get reiterated. While this concept of codes is not new and many countries have worldwide have adopted Uniform Civil Code.  The renowned case of Shah Bano and others acted as reminder for the government for a need of the Code. Fewer attempts were made for the implication of such Codes. But with the recent ongoing debate surrounding the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code in India. It has sparked different sets of responses and opinions from its citizens. Many favouring it and many being against it.