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Justice Surya Kant observed that judicial intervention, if not carefully considered, could result in unintended consequences.
The panel will consult religious leaders, including those from the Muslim community, and seek input from various sections of society.
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Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced the implementation, unveiled the notification and introduced the rules for the UCC.
Laws which divide country on communal lines and become a reason for inequality have no place in modern society, said Modi.
"Five years are a sufficient period, We will also make every effort to achieve 'One Nation, One Election,'" he said.
As long as the BJP is there, no personal law will be introduced. This country will be run by UCC and the Constitution, said Shah.
Criticism of BJP manifesto reflets the Oppositon's defeatist mentality, he adds
The decision, coming three weeks after Uttarakhand's implementation of Uniform Civil Code legislation, marks a shift towards uniformity in civil laws.
Anyone staying in a live-in relationship for more than a month without getting it registered will face punishment with imprisonment up to three months or a fine of up to Rs 10,000 or both, the bill says.
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