MCQ on Uniform Civil Code (UCC)

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ Quiz) on Uniform Civil Code (UCC) with answers and explanation. The MCQ based on traditional, contemporary and current affairs parts of Indian Constitution, Indian Polity, DPSP, Uniform Civil Code, which is referred from the NCERT, News Papers and websites like PIB and others. It is useful for various competitive exams like UPSC, UPPSC, BPSC, IAS/PCS and others.

MCQ on Uniform Civil Code (UCC):

Current Affairs Based MCQ on UCC:

Q 1. Who can introduce a bill in the Parliament to implement a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the country?

a) Member of Rajya Sabha

b) Member of Lok Sabha

c) Union Minister

d) All of the Above

Answer (d)

Explanation: Recently, a private member of the Parliament introduced a Bill in the Rajya Sabha, seeking the constitution of a committee to prepare and implement a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the country. Hence it can be introduced by any member of Parliament and Union Minister.

 

Q 2. Who is/are empowered to enact personal laws?

a) State Government

b) Central Government

c) Both (a) and (b)

d) None

Answer (c)

Explanation: The Law Minister of India said that the States can enact laws on uniform civil code too.

 

Q 3. What is a Private Members’ Bill in India?

a) Bill introduced by the Member of Parliament

b) Bill introduced by the Citizen of India

c) A bill introduced by the Member of Parliament from ruling party

d) Both (a) and (c)

Answer (d)

Explanation: A bill introduced by the Member of Parliament (MP) who is not a Minister, i.e., a non-government member is known as the Private Members’ bill. Every member of Parliament, who is not a Minister, is called a Private Member.

 

Q 4. With reference to Private Member Bill, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. The period of notice for introduction of a Bill is one month.

 2. No-confidence motion moved due to rejection of this bill.

Select the Correct code given below:

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer (a)

Explanation: The period of notice for introduction of a Bill is one month unless the Speaker allows introduction at a shorter notice. Its rejection by the House has no implication on the parliamentary confidence in the government or its resignation.

 

Q 5. The Constitutional amendment bill can be introduced by:

a) Private Members

b) Union Minister

c) Law Minister

d) All of the Above

Answer (d)

Explanation: The Constitutional amendment can be introduced either by a minister or by a private member.

 

MCQ on Uniform Civil Code (UCC):

 

Q 1. What is aim of the Uniform Civil Code?

a) One Nation, one law

b) Uniform Society

c) Distinct law for each religion

d) None

Answer (a)

Explanation: UCC provides a single umbrella of law (‘one nation, one law’) for the entire country, applicable to all religious communities.

 

Q 2. The Uniform Civil Code is not applicable to:

a) Maintenance

b) Assault

c) Divorce

d) Adoption

Answer (b)

Explanation: UCC provides a single umbrella of law (‘one nation, one law’) for the entire country, applicable to all religious communities in their personal matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, adoption, maintenance etc.

 

Q 3. Where is mentioned Uniform Civil Code in the Constitution of India?

a) Part IV

b) DPSP

c) Part III

d) Both (a) and (b)

Answer (d)

Explanation: Uniform Civil Code is mentioned in Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) of Part IV of the Indian Constitution.

 

Q 4. Which article of the Indian Constitution provide Uniform Civil Code?

a) Article 40

b) Article 42

c) Article 44

d) Article 45

Answer (b)

Explanation: Article 44 of the Indian Constitution says that the state “shall endeavour to secure for the citizens a Uniform Civil Code throughout the territory of India”.

 

Q 5. Consider the following statements regarding Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP):

1. The concept of DPSP borrowed from Irish Constitution.

2. It is enforceable in nature.

Which of the statements given above  is/are correct?

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) 1 and 2

d) None

Answer (a)

Explanation: The source of the concept of Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) is from the Irish Constitution. The DPSP is not enforceable in nature; it is non-justiciable.

 

Q 6. When was originated Uniform Civil Code in India?

a) 1833

b) 1835

c) 1856

d) 1872

Answer (b)

Explanation: Origin: The UCC has its roots in colonial India, where the British government first presented a report in 1835 that emphasised the need for uniformity in the codification of Indian law with regard to crimes, evidence, and contracts while specifically urging that the personal laws of Hindus and Muslims be kept outside of such codification.

Q 7. UCC provides ‘one nation, one law’, applicable to all religious communities in their personal matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, adoption, maintenance etc. In context of UCC, which is not correct?

a) The code will work to simplify laws.

b) It will promote the unity of the nation.

c) The code will do away with gender biases.

d) The securing of equal justice and free legal aid to citizens.

Answer (d)

Explanation: It will do away with gender biases in existing personal laws. It will promote equality for women. A Uniform Civil Code will also simplify the complex laws. UCC will promote the unity of the nation.

 

Q 8. Consider the following statements regarding Law Commission on UCC:

1. a unified nation did not necessarily need uniformity of law.

2. UCC is necessary at this stage.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) 1 and 2

d) None

Answer (a)

Explanation: According to Law Commission report, a unified nation did not necessarily need “uniformity” and secularism could not contradict the plurality prevalent in the country. It saying that a UCC “is neither necessary nor desirable at this stage”. The report recommended that discriminatory practices, prejudices and stereotypes within a particular religion and its personal laws should be studied and amended.

 

Q 9. The Supreme Courts have frequently stated in their judgments that the government should move toward a UCC in order to promote uniformity. Which judgement is well known case for UCC?

a) Kesavananda Bharati Case 1973

b) Sarla Mudgal Case 1995

c) Indra Sawhney Case 1992

d) Gideon Case 1963

Answer (b)

Explanation: The Supreme Courts have frequently stated in their judgments that the government should move toward a UCC in order to promote uniformity.

• The judgement in the Shah Bano case (1985) is well known.
• Another case was the Sarla Mudgal Case (1995), which dealt with the issue of bigamy and conflict between the personal laws existing on matters of marriage.

 

Q 10. Consider the following options regarding UCC, which is an incorrect?

a) Applicable to all religious communities.

b) It would replace the distinct personal laws of each religion.

c) Code is mentioned in Part IV of the Indian Constitution.

d) The Gujrat Government implemented it in the state.

Answer (d)

Explanation: Recently, the Gujarat government had decided to form a committee for the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state.

Q 11. Which State of India has already implemented Uniform Civil Code?

a) Sikkim

b) Odisha 

c) Goa

d) Kerala

 Answer (c)

Explanation: At present, Goa is the only India state that has implemented UCC. The Goa Family Law is a set of civil laws that were originally part of the Portuguese Civil Code and were remained in effect after the state was annexed in 1961.

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 12. What is the Uniform Civil Code (UCC)?

a) A law that mandates the adoption of a single religion for all citizens.

b) A law that regulates the personal matters of citizens, irrespective of their religion.

c) A law that enforces a specific dress code for all citizens.

d) A law that promotes the use of a single language across the country.

 Answer (b)

13. Which article of the Indian Constitution mentions the Uniform Civil Code?

a) Article 14

b) Article 25

c) Article 44

d) Article 356

 Answer (c)

14. The Uniform Civil Code aims to:

a) Establish a single religious identity for all citizens.

b) Protect the cultural diversity of different religious communities.

c) Ensure equality and justice in personal laws for all citizens.

d) Promote a particular political ideology.

 Answer (c)

15. The implementation of the Uniform Civil Code has been a subject of debate mainly in relation to:

a) Property rights.

b) Freedom of religion.

c) Taxation policies.

d) Electoral processes.

 Answer (b)

16. Which of the following countries has implemented a Uniform Civil Code?

a) United States

b) United Kingdom

c) France

d) Canada

 Answer (c)

17. The demand for a Uniform Civil Code in India is often associated with which legal issue?

a) Triple talaq

b) Reservation policies

c) Copyright infringement

d) Environmental protection

 Answer (a)

18. The Uniform Civil Code seeks to replace personal laws based on religious customs with:

a) A set of common laws applicable to all citizens.

b) Traditional tribal laws.

c) Laws based on regional customs.

d) No laws, leaving personal matters unregulated.

 Answer (a)