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Assam Introduces Uniform Civil Code Bill Mandating Marriage and Live-In Registrations
Assam UCC Bill: Mandatory registration for marriage, live-in ties
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The Assam government has introduced the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, 2026, which mandates the registration of marriages and live-in relationships within specific timelines. The bill aims to replace religion-based personal laws, prohibit polygamy, and ensure gender equality in inheritance and divorce regulations.
- 01The UCC Bill mandates marriage registration within 60 days and live-in relationship registration within 30 days, with penalties for non-compliance.
- 02Scheduled Tribes are excluded from the bill to preserve their constitutional protections, while polygamy is prohibited.
- 03Uniform grounds for divorce are established, ensuring custody of children under five remains with their mothers.
- 04The bill introduces strict penalties for violations, including up to seven years imprisonment for polygamy and bigamy.
- 05The bill aims to repeal existing laws related to marriage registration to streamline legal processes in Assam.
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The Assam government has proposed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, 2026, which aims to create a unified legal framework for marriage, divorce, succession, and live-in relationships. Key provisions include mandatory registration of marriages within 60 days and live-in relationships within 30 days, with penalties for non-compliance. The bill excludes Scheduled Tribes to protect their rights and prohibits polygamy while establishing a legal age of 21 for grooms and 18 for brides. It ensures uniform grounds for divorce and custody arrangements, particularly favoring mothers for children under five. The bill introduces strict penalties for violations, including up to seven years imprisonment for polygamy and child marriages. Additionally, it proposes to repeal existing laws to streamline marriage registration processes in the state. The bill was introduced in the Assam Assembly and is set for discussion on May 27.
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The UCC Bill is expected to significantly alter personal law governance in Assam, impacting marriage and relationship registrations.
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