Which Indian state has become the first to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC)?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Uttarakhand.
In February 2024, Uttarakhand became the first state in post-independence India to pass and implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). While Goa has had a Common Civil Code since the colonial era (Portuguese rule), Uttarakhand is the first to draft and adopt its own version under the Indian Constitution. The UCC aims to replace diverse personal laws governing marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption with a common set of laws applicable to all citizens, regardless of their religion.