Assam Tables Uniform Civil Code Bill 2026 in State Assembly
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Introduction | The Assam state government tabled the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, 2026 in the state assembly, aiming to unify laws on marriage, divorce, inheritance, live-in relationships, child custody, and polygamy. Scheduled Tribes are exempted. |
| Proposer | The Bill was introduced in the Assembly by Parliamentary Affairs Minister Atul Bora on behalf of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. |
| Exemptions | Tribal communities, religious rituals, traditional customs, cultural practices, and community traditions are exempted from the UCC's scope. |