Brief
President Murmu approves Gujarat Uniform Civil Code
The code, passed by the Gujarat Assembly on March 24, now awaits state notification to become law.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Gujarat’s Uniform Civil Code received President Droupadi Murmu’s assent and was published in the state gazette, clearing the final legislative hurdle, New Indian Express reported.
What happened
The Gujarat Assembly passed the code on March 24, 2026. Following presidential approval on October 2, 2026, the law will come into force once the state government issues a notification.
What the report adds
The code creates a common statutory framework for marriage, divorce, succession and live‑in relationships across Gujarat and for eligible residents living elsewhere. It recognises children born from live‑in relationships and sets inheritance shares for spouses, children and parents when a person dies intestate. Scheduled Tribes and groups protected under Part XXI are excluded.
What was said
The article notes that religious ceremonies such as Nikah, Saptapadi and Anand Karaj may continue, but marriages must be registered under the new statutory requirements.
How it came about
The code follows years of debate over a uniform civil framework in India and reflects Gujarat’s effort to standardise personal law while preserving exemptions for certain tribal and customary groups.
Key facts
- President Droupadi Murmu gave assent to Gujarat's Uniform Civil Code on Oct 2, 2026. (newindianexpress.com)
- The Gujarat Assembly passed the code on March 24, 2026. (newindianexpress.com)
- The code applies to marriage, divorce, succession and live‑in relationships, with exemptions for Scheduled Tribes and protected customary groups. (newindianexpress.com)
- Religious ceremonies can continue, but marriages must be registered under the new law. (newindianexpress.com)
Sources
- [1] newindianexpress.com — originally reported as “Gujarat UCC Bill gets President Murmu’s assent, to come into force after state notification”
