Assam Cabinet Approves Implementation of Uniform Civil Code Excluding Tribals

The Assam Cabinet has officially approved the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), which will not apply to tribal communities. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the UCC bill is scheduled to be presented in the assembly on May 26. This decision aligns with the government's electoral promises and aims to regulate various personal laws while respecting the customs of Assam's diverse population. The UCC will cover matters such as marriage, inheritance, and divorce registration, ensuring that local traditions remain intact for tribal groups.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 13, 2026, 17:32 IST

Assam's Cabinet Decision on Uniform Civil Code

The Assam Cabinet has granted approval for the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state as of Wednesday. However, it has been decided that tribal communities will be exempt from its provisions. This announcement was made by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

During a press conference following the first cabinet meeting of his second term, Sarma stated that the UCC bill will be introduced in the new assembly on May 26.

He remarked, “This is a significant decision made in our cabinet's inaugural meeting and aligns with the promises we made during the elections.” Sarma noted that states like Uttarakhand, Goa, and Gujarat have already implemented the UCC, but his government has tailored it to meet the specific needs of Assam.

He further clarified, “We have completely excluded the tribal population from the UCC's scope. All customs, traditions, and practices followed by the people of Assam will remain outside the UCC.” The UCC will regulate matters related to inheritance, marriage, live-in relationships, and the mandatory registration of marriages and divorces.