Do not be afraid of UCC, Amit Shah tells tribals, alleges conspiracy
Amit Shah reassured tribal communities that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will not disrupt their customs and traditions. He claimed that misconceptions about the UCC are part of a conspiracy to instill fear among tribals. Shah emphasized that exemptions would be made for tribal populations, ensuring their rights remain protected under the UCC.
- ▪Amit Shah addressed the Janjati Sanskritik Samagam, celebrating the 150th birth anniversary of Birsa Munda.
- ▪He stated that the UCC will not interfere with tribal customs and that special provisions will be made for them.
- ▪Shah urged tribal members to spread awareness in their communities that there is no need to fear the UCC.
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Do not be afraid of UCC, Amit Shah tells tribals, alleges conspiracyAmit Shah said the provisions of UCC will not interfere with the customs of tribal population, for whom exemptions will be carved outPublished on: May 25, 2026 7:17 AM ISTBy Paras Singh, NEW DELHIShare viaCopy link Union home minister Amit Shah on Sunday said there is “no need to be afraid of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC)” and a “conspiracy” was being hatched by spreading misconceptions about it.New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah at the ‘Janjati Sanskritik Samagam’, marking the 150th birth anniversary celebrations of tribal icon Birsa Munda, at Red Fort in New Delhi, on May 24 (PTI)Addressing the “Janjati Sanskritik Samagam” — a gathering of the members of various tribes at the Red Fort to mark the 150th birth…
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