The Assam government has approved the Assam UCC Bill Draft as an important step towards introducing common civil laws in the state. On 13 May 2026, the Assam Cabinet cleared the draft during the first Cabinet meeting of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s second term. The proposed bill is expected to be introduced in the Assam Legislative Assembly on 26 May 2026.

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What is Assam UCC Bill Draft?

The Assam UCC Bill Draft aims to create common civil laws related to marriage, divorce, inheritance, adoption, and other personal matters. The idea of a Uniform Civil Code is mentioned in Article 44 of the Constitution of India under the Directive Principles of State Policy.

The proposed law is focused only on civil matters and does not deal with criminal laws.

Key Features of Assam UCC Bill Draft

The draft bill includes several important provisions for the people of Assam. These include:

Registration of marriage and divorce
Ban on polygamy
Equal property rights for girls
Rules related to live-in relationships

The Assam government has also clarified that tribal communities from hill and plain areas will remain outside the scope of the proposed law. Traditional customs, religious practices, and customary laws of different communities will also remain protected.

Assam Legislative Process for the Bill

The Assam Legislative Assembly is the law-making body of the state. A bill becomes law only after it is passed in the Assembly and receives approval from the Governor.

The budget session of the Assembly will begin on 21 May 2026 and continue till 26 May 2026. During this session, the Assam UCC Bill Draft is likely to be tabled for discussion and approval.

UCC Debate in India

The Uniform Civil Code has been a major political and legal topic in India for many years. Supporters believe that a common civil law can bring equality in personal laws, while critics argue that cultural and religious diversity must be protected.

In 2024, Uttarakhand became the first Indian state to implement a Uniform Civil Code law. Gujarat has also formed a committee to prepare a similar framework.

With the Assam UCC Bill Draft, Assam is now becoming one of the important states discussing civil law reforms in India.

Political Importance of Assam UCC Bill Draft

The Bharatiya Janata Party had included the Uniform Civil Code in its 2026 Assam Assembly election manifesto. The approval of the draft bill is seen as a major political step by the state government.

The proposed bill may lead to strong discussions in the Assembly as well as among different social and religious groups across Assam.