#Opinion | UCC could have implications for freedom of religion. Reasonable classification and unity in diversity are important considerations in this debate
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Deeply saddened at the demise of respected Oommen Chandy, former chief minister of Kerala and elder statesman of our times. The veteran Congress leader had played vital role in Kerala 's development and democratisation of public life. I offer my sincere condolences to the bereaved family members and the innumerable followers of the capable and popular leader.
Contemporary politics is about combinations. Ideal for Dalits and Minorities to combine honestly and attract Forwards and Backwards to put public discourse and choice on an even keel. This can impact the political destiny of our times.
There is a growing attack on liberalism as though it has usurped the space of civilisation ( read Indic ). Modernism informed by cultural roots cannot be rejected in the name of colonial influence. Emotions versus intellect battle crucial for future.
Some scholars argue that all known as Muslim law in India is amalgam of inaccurate translations and borrowing from customs, not Shariah in entirety. Not being sacred it can be altered. But then let us uncover pristine Shariah and Fiqha and then reform
Art 25 gives citizen right to religion. UCC cannot violate that. We need to consider what reform in Personal Law consistent with Art 25 are needed and feasible. Must be done with empathy, not hostility to the ‘other’.
In response to UCC we must all examine our respective religions and rid them of distortions. Let not proponents seek to obliterate what is not ours and claim success.
Without taking away from need to seek greater gender justice in our national life, let us reaffirm our commitment to pluralism and cultural diversity. Shaping our future needs sober reflection, not self opinionated aggression.
We have a choice today to adjust and accommodate to live together in wholesome togetherness or be divided and live in suspicion and fear. This is true not just between religions but also within religions.
आज लखनऊ स्थित प्रदेश मुख्यालय पर प्रेस वार्ता को सम्बोधित किया,साथ ही सत्ता की लोकतंत्र विरोधी नीतियों के विरुद्ध कांग्रेस के अनवरत संघर्ष के सुप्रभाव से लखनऊ के कई समाजसेवी एवं अधिवक्ताओं ने पार्टी का दामन थामा।