Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.
4. Uniform Civil Code (UCC) remains a matter of ongoing debate, and any decision on this front would require a delicate balance between principles of equality, cultural sensitivity, and the legal rights of diverse communities. Examine. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
On Republic Day, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that the Uniform Civil Code Bill will be passed on February 5.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the UCC and India’s readiness in this regard.
Directive:
Examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we must investigate the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Introduce the concept of a Uniform Civil Code.
Body:
First, write about how the UCC can promote gender equality by ensuring equal rights and opportunities for women and men, upholding personal freedoms by respecting individual choices, social harmony by fostering a common legal framework and reducing disparities in personal laws.
Next, write about the limitations of UCC.
Conclusion:
Conclude by giving a balanced opinion.
