Uniform Civil Code Protects Rights of Women in Live-in Relationships: Uttarakhand High Court

The Uttarakhand High Court said the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) aims to recognize more live-in relationships and protect women and children in such relationships.

This came up during a hearing on two other Public Interest Litigation challenging the rule that requires live-in relationships to be registered within 30 days of cohabitation.

The petitioners argued that this rule invades privacy, exposes couples to social judgment, and may lead to harassment.

However, the Solicitor General defended it, saying the law ensures women’s rights and gives legal recognition to live-in relationships. 

Uttarakhand became the first state to enact such a law.