1st National Lawyers' Parliament Festival
Deliberation on the Uniform Civil Code
The 1st National Lawyers' Parliament Festival was held on 29th April 2023 at the Indian Society of International Law (ISIL), New Delhi. Approximately 350 practising lawyers and law students from across the country gathered to deliberate on one of India's most debated legal topics — the Uniform Civil Code (UCC).
The conference served as a platform for legal professionals to engage in structured parliamentary-style debates, drawing from their expertise in constitutional law, family law, and comparative jurisprudence. The suggestions and recommendations compiled were officially submitted to the Law Commission of India.
Topics of Deliberation
- Constitutional basis for a Uniform Civil Code under Article 44 (Directive Principles)
- Balancing individual rights with community personal laws
- Comparative analysis of codified civil laws across nations
- Impact on marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption laws
- Gender justice and equality implications of a unified code
- Practical challenges in implementation across diverse communities
Outcome
The suggestions and deliberations from the conference were compiled into a comprehensive document and officially submitted to the Law Commission of India — marking a tangible policy impact from the event. This demonstrated RYS's commitment to not just dialogue, but meaningful contributions to the legislative process.