In a significant step towards bringing in the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state, the Assam [Muslim] Marriages and Divorces Act, 1935, was repealed in a late-night development. The decision was taken at a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
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In a major development, the long-standing Assam Muslim Marriage and Divorce Registration Act of 1935 was repealed by the state government on Friday.The decision was taken during a state cabinet meeting on Friday night chaired by Chief Minister .