Indian Muslims Reject Uniform Civil Code

In India yesterday, the All Muslim Personal Law Board has called for repeal of Article 44 of the Indian Constitution that calls for the promulgation of a uniform civil code in the country to govern marriage, divorce and inheritance. Developments are reported by Calcutta's Telegraph and by WebIndia123. Currently personal laws give Muslims the right to follow Islamic rules on marriage and divorce. A separate statute protects Hindu marriage practices. The Indian Supreme Court has several times urged Parliament to frame a uniform code for all Indians. Now the AIMPLB formally has said implementation of a Uniform Civil Code would not be acceptable in a country with diverse religions and castes. (See prior related posting.)