Which of the following states is the only state in India that has uniform civil code regardless of religion, gender and caste?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. Goa.
It was widely understood that Goa was the only state in India that had a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), largely due to the continuation of the Portuguese Civil Code of 1867 after its liberation. This code covered matters like marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption for all residents, irrespective of their religion, gender, or caste.
However, as of January 2025, Uttarakhand has also implemented its own Uniform Civil Code. This makes Uttarakhand the first state in independent India to adopt a new UCC, distinct from the historical one in Goa.