Topic of the Day | 04 August 2025

Today’s topic is the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) – a vital and often-debated issue in Indian polity and governance. Enshrined under Article 44 of the Directive Principles of State Policy, UCC aims to provide a uniform set of personal laws for all citizens, irrespective of religion, gender, or community.

This topic is highly relevant for UPSC GS Paper II, Essay Paper, and current affairs sections. It connects with themes of secularism, legal reform, minority rights, and national integration.