SC Judge Advocates Gender Justice and UCC at International Forum, Citing Shah Bano Case and Progressive Legal Interpretations
Justice Surya Kant, a Supreme Court judge, brought attention to the Shah Bano case during the Commonwealth Law Conference in Malta, stressing the importance of the j

Justice Surya Kant, a Supreme Court judge, brought attention to the Shah Bano case during the Commonwealth Law Conference in Malta, stressing the importance of the judiciary in advancing gender justice and pushing for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC). He pointed out the Supreme Court's groundbreaking judgments on issues like triple talaq, women's inheritance rights, and environmental conservation as examples of progressive legal interpretations. The judge highlighted the SC's dedication to safeguarding human rights and constitutional principles. The discussion at the international forum underscored the need for a UCC in India to ensure gender equality and legal uniformity.