MCQs on Uniform Civil Code (UCC) PDF

MCQs on Uniform Civil Code (UCC) 1. Consider the following statements regarding the Uniform Civil Code (UCC): 1. Article 44 of the Indian Constitution envisions the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code across the country. 2. UCC is presently applicable throughout India, except in the state o...

MCQs on Uniform Civil Code (UCC) 1. Consider the following statements regarding the Uniform Civil Code (UCC): 1. Article 44 of the Indian Constitution envisions the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code across the country. 2. UCC is presently applicable throughout India, except in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. 3. The Goa Civil Code is an example of a Uniform Civil Code being implemented at the state level. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 and 2 only b) 1 and 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Answer: b) 1 and 3 only 2. Which of the following constitutional provisions are relevant to the discussion on the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC)? 1. Article 25 - Freedom of conscience and free profession, practice, and propagation of religion. 2. Article 44 - Directive Principles of State Policy concerning the UCC. 3. Article 21 - Protection of life and personal liberty. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: a) 1 and 2 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3  Answer: a) 1 and 2 only 3. With reference to Supreme Court judgments related to the Uniform Civil Code, consider the following statements: 1. In the Shah Bano case (1985), the Supreme Court called for the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code to ensure gender justice. 2. The Sarla Mudgal case (1995) was related to the misuse of personal laws in cases of bigamy. 3. The Shayara Bano case (2017) was concerned with the practice of instant triple talaq under Muslim personal law. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 1 and 2 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Answer: d) 1, 2, and 3 4. Which of the following arguments have been made in favor of implementing a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India? 1. A UCC would promote national integration by eliminating personal laws based on religion. 2. The implementation of a UCC would ensure gender equality by providing equal rights to all citizens. 3. A UCC would simplify the legal system by having a single law applicable to all citizens regardless of religion. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:  a) 1 and 2 only b) 1 and 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Answer: d) 1, 2, and 3 5. Consider the following statements regarding the Goa Civil Code: 1. The Goa Civil Code is also known as the Portuguese Civil Code of 1867. 2. It is an example of a Uniform Civil Code being applied at the state level in India. 3. The Goa Civil Code allows different family laws for different communities within the state. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 and 2 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Answer: a) 1 and 2 only 6. Which of the following Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) is associated with the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code? a) Article 39 b) Article 42 c) Article 44 d) Article 46 Answer: c) Article 44 7. Consider the following arguments made against the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC): 1. A UCC may violate the cultural and religious rights of minorities. 2. Implementing a UCC could lead to social unrest, especially among religious communities that follow personal laws. 3. A UCC would undermine the secular fabric of India by imposing uniformity in religious practices. Which of the above arguments is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 1 and 2 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Answer: b) 1 and 2 only 8. Which of the following recent events has sparked renewed debate about the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code in India? a) The abrogation of Article 370 b) The passing of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) c) The Prime Minister's call for UCC in his 2024 Independence Day speech d) The Supreme Court's judgment on the National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC) Answer: c) The Prime Minister's call for UCC in his 2024 Independence Day speech 9. Consider the following statements regarding personal laws in India: 1. Personal laws in India are based on the religion of the individual, governing matters like marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption. 2. The Hindu Marriage Act (1955) and the Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act (1937) are examples of personal laws. 3. Personal laws are uniformly applied to all citizens of India. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 1 and 2 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Answer: b) 1 and 2 only