OPSC OAS 2020 PrelimsPolityQuestion 14
Solved previous year question from the OPSC OAS/OCS 2020 Preliminary Examination (General Studies), with the official answer key and a detailed explanation.
Question
The purpose of Uniform Civil Code incorporated in Article 44 of Indian Constitution is for:
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Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: (C) National Unity
- Article 44 of the Directive Principles of State Policies in the Indian Constitution states that "the state shall endeavour to secure a Uniform Civil Code for the citizens throughout the territory of India".
- Objective: To address the discrimination against vulnerable groups and harmonise diverse cultural groups across the country.
- It aims to provide protection to vulnerable sections including women and religious minorities, while also promoting unity.
- The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) calls for the formulation of one law for India, which would be applicable to all religious communities in matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, adoption.
