"Why Now...? 2024?": Kapil Sibal's Swipe At PM Over Uniform Civil Code
NDTV
A Uniform Civil Code typically means a common law for all citizens of the country that is not based on religion.
Former law minister Kapil Sibal has taken a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his remarks on a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), asking how "uniform" is his proposal and does it cover Hindus, tribals and the northeast. Prime Minister :Pushes for Uniform Civil CodeAccuses Opposition of instigating MuslimsQuestions:1) Why now after 9 years? 2024?2) How “uniform” is your proposal :Covers : Hindus, Tribals, North-East , All ?3) Every day your Party targets Muslims. Why? Concerned now !
Addressing a gathering of BJP workers in Bhopal on Tuesday, PM Modi made a strong pitch for a UCC, saying the Constitution calls for equal rights for all citizens.
The prime minister also accused the opposition of using the UCC issue to mislead and provoke Muslims.
In a tweet on Wednesday, Mr Sibal, a Rajya Sabha MP, said, "Prime Minister: Pushes for Uniform Civil Code, accuses Opposition of instigating Muslims. Questions: 1) Why now after 9 years? 2024? 2) How 'uniform' is your proposal: Covers : Hindus, Tribals, North-East, All? 3) Every day your Party targets Muslims. Why? Concerned now!" The Law Commission had, on June 14, invited views from all the stakeholders, including members of the public and recognised religious organisations, on the politically sensitive issue.
