UCC to ensure security for Muslim women: Assam CM
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the introduction of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, aimed at providing social security and independence for women from minority communities. The bill has faced criticism for its separate provisions for tribal and non-tribal communities, raising questions about its uniformity. Sarma also expressed gratitude to Muslim leaders for their decision to refrain from cow sacrifices during the upcoming Eid festival, promoting peace and harmony in the state.
- ▪The UCC Bill aims to empower minority women and provide them with social security.
- ▪Critics argue that the bill's exemptions for tribal communities undermine its claim to be 'uniform'.
- ▪The Chief Minister thanked Muslim leaders for respecting Hindu sentiments by deciding not to sacrifice cows during Eid.
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday (May 26, 2026) said the proposed Uniform Civil Code (UCC) would ensure “a new lease of independence” and social security for women from the minority community.Speaking during a discussion on the UCC Bill introduced in the 126-member House on Monday, he said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government fulfilled its poll promise by tabling the Bill.“The UCC Bill will provide social security to men and women from minority communities.
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