Srinagar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), which was implemented in Uttarakhand a day ago, has the same team spirit as sports.
Speaking at the inauguration of the National Games at the Rajiv Gandhi international cricket stadium here, he congratulated the Uttarakhand government for implementing the UCC and described it as a “historic step”.
“UCC has the same team spirit as sports and discriminates against none,” Modi said.
Uttarakhand on Monday became the first state in independent India to implement the law.
The UCC gives priority to protection of personal rights and regulates the laws on marriage, divorce, inheritance, and live-in relationships, among others in the state.
The Uniform Civil Code Act, 2024, which applies to all residents of the state irrespective of their religion, also bans polygamy and child marriage.
The Act, however, does not apply to the Scheduled Tribes notified under Articles 342 and 366 (25) of the Constitution and persons and communities protected under Part XXI.
He said the country is using all its might to get the hosting rights of 2036 Olympics, which will take Indian sports to new heights.
“We are pushing for hosting rights of 2036 Olympics, it will take Indian sports to new heights,” the PM said while speaking at the opening ceremony of the 38th National Games here.
“Wherever Olympics happen, all sectors gain. It creates better facilities for athletes,” he added.
Modi had expressed India’s intention to host the 2036 Games during the International Olympic Committee’s Session in Mumbai in 2023. The IOA has submitted the official expression of interest to the IOC.
“It is our endeavour to enhance your capabilities and we are focussed on supporting you. We consider sports an essential aspect in development of country,” Modi said addressing the gathered athletes at the ceremony “It is a beautiful portrait of ‘Ek Bharat, Sreshth Bharat’,” Modi said referring to the Games.
UCC discriminate against none: PM Modi
