The West Bengal Assembly has passed a Bill that enables the preventive detention of anti-social elements for up to 12 months. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) draft will be placed before the Cabinet on July 2.
Key Provisions of the Bill
The new legislation empowers authorities to detain individuals deemed anti-social for a maximum of one year without trial. This move aims to strengthen law and order in the state. The Bill was passed amidst debates over civil liberties and public safety.
UCC Draft Timeline
Adhikari stated that the UCC draft is ready and will be presented to the Cabinet on July 2. The draft aims to bring uniform personal laws across communities in West Bengal. The Chief Minister emphasized that the UCC will ensure gender justice and social harmony.
Reactions and Implications
Opposition parties have criticized the preventive detention Bill, arguing it could be misused to suppress dissent. However, the state government maintains that it is necessary to curb criminal activities. The UCC proposal has also sparked debate, with some religious groups expressing concerns.
