Overview

The Cabinet of Assam approved the draft Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill on 13 May 2026. The approval came during the first Cabinet meeting of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in his second term. The bill is expected to be introduced in the Assam Legislative Assembly on 26 May 2026.

The proposed law focuses on civil matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, and property rights.

What Is Uniform Civil Code?

The Uniform Civil Code, commonly called UCC, is a proposed legal system that creates one common set of civil laws for all citizens.

It deals with matters such as:

• Marriage
• Divorce
• Adoption
• Inheritance
• Property rights

The idea of UCC is mentioned in the Constitution of India under Article 44.

Article 44 is part of the Directive Principles of State Policy in Part IV of the Constitution.

Assam Cabinet Approves Draft UCC Bill

The Cabinet of Assam approved the draft UCC Bill on 13 May 2026.

The bill will likely be introduced during the budget session of the Assam Legislative Assembly from 21 May to 26 May 2026.

A bill becomes law in Assam after:

1. Passage in the Assembly
2. Assent by the Governor

The Assembly is the unicameral legislature of the state.

Key Provisions of the Assam Draft UCC Bill

The proposed bill includes several important civil law reforms.

Marriage and Divorce Registration

The draft law provides rules for proper registration of marriages and divorces.

Ban on Polygamy

The bill proposes prohibition of polygamy.

Property Rights for Girls

The draft includes stronger property rights for girls.

Rules on Live-in Relationships

The proposed law also includes rules related to live-in relationships.

Communities Exempted from the Bill

The draft UCC Bill does not apply to all groups.

Tribal Communities Exempted

Tribal communities living in hill and plain areas are excluded from the scope of the bill.

Customary and Religious Practices Protected

The bill also exempts:

• Customary laws