Bhopal, July 20 -- The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill has been approved by the Madhya Pradesh Cabinet Committee meeting held at the historic Jagdishpur Fort, earlier known as Islam Nagar, on Sunday, July 19.

Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav has said that, as far as the UCC Bill was concerned, only one marriage would be recognised in the state. He said divorce would not be granted by merely uttering 'Talaq' thrice and would only be possible through a proper legal process. "The UCC Bill respects all religions and no effort has been made to demean any religion. Everyone is free to practice their own religion," he said.

"Through this bill, we believe Madhya Pradesh is moving towards establishing a major law that will provide equal rights and op...