Uttarakhand Amends Uniform Civil Code Rules: New Flexibility for Live-In Relationship Registration

Oct 18, 2025 10:21 pm CST

The Uttarakhand government has filed a detailed affidavit proposing significant amendments to its Uniform Civil Code regulations, particularly focusing on live-in relationship registrations. Changes include limiting data sharing with police, allowing alternative identification documents besides Aadhaar, and extending the appeal period for rejected applications from 30 to 45 days. These modifications aim to introduce greater flexibility while maintaining restrictions on prohibited relationships.