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Common civil code

Sir, — When the Hindu Code Bill, bringing all the civil and religious practices of Hindus under one law, was passed by Parliament, the then President, Rajendra Prasad, refused to give his assent as he felt that it was discriminatory. Finally, he signed on the dotted line.

Thus an ignominious bill became law, giving India the dubious distinction of being a country with different sets of laws for different citizens. This also helped politicians keep our people permanently divided.

Since then, the Supreme Court has been crying hoarse for the need to have a common civil law as the multiple laws in this regard violate the basic tenets of the Constitution. This matter has to be decided by a national referendum.

V. Venkatasubramanian,
Mumbai

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Sir, — A common civil code makes citizens from all walks of life feel equal. Some communities take advantage of personal laws and misuse them. The existence of a common civil code is essential for the country's unity and integrity. Different personal laws for different communities result in complications. Now is the best time for the Centre and all the communities to think and act in the right direction to create an environment for building a strong and united India.

R. Avinash,
Hyderabad

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