Owaisi criticizes Maharashtra's proposed Uniform Civil Code

AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi criticized the Maharashtra government's proposed Uniform Civil Code (UCC), claiming it targets Muslims and imposes a Hindu Civil Code on non-Hindu communities. He questioned the government's acceptance of tribal customs while rejecting Muslim practices, particularly concerning marriage and divorce. Owaisi emphasized that the UCC would restrict Muslims from practicing their religion, stating that marriage in Islam is a contract known as nikah. During a press conference, Owaisi argued that the UCC would also grant legal rights to children born from live-in relationships, which he claimed are not recognized under Islamic law. He expressed concerns that the proposed code would undermine the identity of Muslims and their religious practices. Owaisi's remarks came after the Maharashtra government invited public suggestions on implementing the UCC and released a questionnaire for consultation. The controversy surrounding the UCC highlights ongoing tensions regarding personal laws in India Owaisi's statements reflect broader concerns among minority communities about potential impacts on their cultural and religious identities.