Law Minister Arjun Meghwal Defends ‘One Nation, One Election’ and Discusses Uniform Civil Code

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:14pm on 31 Dec 2024,Tuesday International

Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal emphasized that the 'One Nation, One Election' policy is practical and won’t harm India’s federal structure or voter rights. Speaking ahead of the Joint Parliamentary Committee meeting on January 8, Meghwal stated that the initiative aligns with Article 368 of the Constitution. He also highlighted the government's commitment to implementing a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), referencing its inclusion in BJP’s manifesto. "UCC has already been implemented in Goa and legislated in Uttarakhand," Meghwal said. Prime Minister Modi has stressed its importance for secular governance, citing support from Dr. B.R. Ambedkar during constitutional debates.

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