What is the role of the Law Commission and the law ministry in the context of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC)
A parliamentary panel has called representatives from the Law Commission and the law ministry to discuss the Uniform Civil Code. This question tests the knowledge of the aspirants regarding the roles and responsibilities of these institutions in the implementation and formulation of the UCC.
- Formulation: The Law Commission is responsible for studying and analyzing the current laws and practices related to personal laws in India.
- Recommendations: It prepares reports and recommendations on various legal issues, including those related to the UCC, which are then forwarded to the law ministry and the government.
- Research and consultation: The Commission conducts research, seeks public opinion, and consults with stakeholders to gather inputs and insights for its reports and recommendations on the UCC.
- Policy formulation: The law ministry formulates policies and guidelines in consultation with the Law Commission and other stakeholders for the implementation of the UCC.
- Legal drafting: It oversees the process of drafting the legislation required for the implementation of the UCC.
- Inter-ministerial coordination: The law ministry collaborates with other relevant ministries and departments, such as the Ministry of Women and Child Development and the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, to ensure comprehensive consideration of different aspects while implementing the UCC.
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