Madhya Pradesh government forms six-member panel under retired Supreme Court judge for UCC draft bill
The Madhya Pradesh Government has established a six-member committee led by a retired Supreme Court judge to draft a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill. The committee is tasked with submitting its findings and the draft Bill within 60 days, focusing on various legal and social aspects. This initiative follows similar efforts in other states, aiming to create a balanced legal framework for citizens.
- ▪The committee is headed by retired Supreme Court judge Justice Ranjana Prasad.
- ▪Members include legal experts, social workers, and a retired IAS officer.
- ▪The government aims to implement the UCC before Deepavali this year.
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The Madhya Pradesh Government has formed a high-level committee, headed by a retired Supreme Court judge, to study the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the State, and prepare a draft Bill. According to an order issued late on Monday (April 27, 2026) night, the six-member panel will be headed by retired Supreme Court judge Justice Ranjana Prasad, and comprise a retired Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, a senior government official, and legal and social experts.
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