Gandhinagar, March 25 (NationPress) Gujarat has positioned itself as the second state following Uttarakhand to enact a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill. On Wednesday, state BJP President Jagdish Vishwakarma highlighted that this initiative promotes a cohesive legal structure governing personal issues across various communities.

In a statement released after the Bill's approval in the Assembly on Tuesday night, Vishwakarma asserted that this legislation, spearheaded by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, marks a significant advancement towards the principle of 'One Nation, One Law.'

He emphasized that the enactment of the UCC would rectify existing legal disparities among communities concerning marriage, inheritance, succession, adoption, divorce, property rights, and guardianship.

“Currently, diverse laws prevail based on religion, caste, sect, and cultural practices regarding these aspects. The implementation of the UCC will eliminate these discrepancies,” he stated.

Vishwakarma characterized this milestone as exceptionally meaningful for women in Gujarat.

“This day holds particular significance for Gujarat, especially for its women,” he remarked.

He noted that this decision stems from a deeply rooted ideological commitment rather than a recent initiative.

“This is not an abrupt decision, but rather the culmination of persistent effort, sacrifice, and steadfast ideological dedication,” he asserted.

Citing early resolutions from the Bharatiya Jana Sangh, he recalled that in 1952, the party advocated for the repeal of Article 370, the integration of Jammu and Kashmir, the construction of a Ram temple in Ayodhya, and the establishment of a Uniform Civil Code.

“Article 370 has been repealed, a grand Ram temple has been constructed in Ayodhya, and now Gujarat has become the second state after Uttarakhand to implement the Uniform Civil Code,” he noted.

He also criticized opposition parties, claiming they resisted the UCC for political motives.

“For decades, the Opposition has opposed the UCC solely for vote-bank politics and appeasement, attempting to keep the country divided,” he accused.

He added, “Those who claimed that the Ram temple would never be built or that the removal of Article 370 would lead to rivers of blood have now been proven wrong.”

Highlighting the UCC's provisions, Vishwakarma stated, “The Uniform Civil Code guarantees equal rights for every citizen, irrespective of caste, religion, or sect. It is a landmark achievement for social justice and equality.”

He further asserted that the passage of the Bill reflects the party’s commitment to governance.

“The BJP operates with a 'Nation First' spirit and believes in 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, and Sabka Nyay.' The pledge made to the citizens has now been fulfilled,” he stated.

He pointed out that the state government acted in alignment with Article 44 of the Constitution, reinforcing the foundation for a uniform legal framework.

With the resolve of the Jana Sangh, the dedication of the BJP, and the leadership at the national level, “India is advancing towards a new trajectory,” he concluded.