A LEGAL STUDY ON Cr. PC 125 AND UCC

Ekta Tomar

doi:10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i2.2024.2964

Authors

Ekta Tomar Haveli Institute of Legal Studies and Research, 72C8+492, Bavisa Faliya, Silvassa, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu 396240, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i2.2024.2964

Keywords:

Section 125 CrPC, Uniform Civil Code (UCC), Women's Rights, Maintenance Laws, Gender Justice, Legal Reform, Indian Law, Family Law

Abstract [English]

This study aims to analyze the legal provisions related to Section 125 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) and the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India, focusing on their implications for women's rights and gender justice. Section 125 of the CrPC is a legal provision that enables women, children, and parents to claim maintenance from their spouses or children. The study explores the evolution of Section 125, its scope, and its impact on women’s socio-legal status in India. At the same time, it critically examines the ongoing debate around the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), which proposes a common set of personal laws for all citizens, regardless of religion. This research assesses the intersection of these two legal frameworks and their potential role in ensuring gender equality in India.
The research method involves a qualitative analysis of relevant case laws, legal provisions, and scholarly literature. The study also discusses the advantages and challenges posed by Section 125 and the UCC in the contemporary legal and socio-cultural context. This paper contributes to understanding how these two provisions can work together or independently in achieving justice and equality for women in India.

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