The recent move towards implementing a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India, as demonstrated by Uttarakhand’s recent legislation, is being hailed as a step towards secularism and equality. However, critics point out that achieving true equality will require addressing existing inequities within Hindu personal laws. Reforms in key areas such as inheritance, guardianship, and divorce are necessary within Hindu law before the implementation of a UCC can be considered effective in promoting justice rather than mere assimilation. This debate underscores the need for a careful and comprehensive approach to legal reform in India, ensuring that any uniform civil code truly upholds the principles of equality and fairness for all citizens.