Uttarakhand

India’s Uttarakhand New Law Mandates Live-In Relationship Registration: Violators Face 6 Months in Jail and $300 Fine

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NEW DELHI – The Indian state of Uttarakhand has introduced a new law requiring unmarried couples, also known as “live-in couples,” to register their relationships with the authorities or face penalties. This controversial law is part of the state’s Uniform Civil Code, a long-standing campaign promise of the ruling Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The BJP, along with its political allies, has pushed for a single national code to replace the various religious laws …

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Uttarakhand State Passes Unprecedented Uniform Civil Code Affecting Hindus, Muslims and More – Outrage Follows!

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LUCKNOW, India – The Indian state of Uttarakhand has made history by approving a groundbreaking uniform civil code that applies to Hindus, Muslims, and other religious communities. This new legislation covers a wide range of laws related to marriage, divorce, adoption, and inheritance. One of the most controversial aspects of this legislation is the requirement for couples living together to register with the government, with potential punishment for those who fail to comply. The legislation, …

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