Senior JD(U) leader Shyam Rajak reiterated the party's opposition to implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Bihar, despite supporting the UCC Bill in Parliament. The statement follows Union Home Minister Amit Shah's claim that UCC will be rolled out in 21 NDA‑ruled states by 2029.

  • JD(U) firmly opposes UCC implementation in Bihar.
  • Amit Shah announced UCC rollout in 21 NDA states by 2029.
  • RJD brands the move as BJP's "politics of hate" targeting Muslims.

Senior JD(U) leader Shyam Rajak told reporters on Monday that his party is against the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Bihar, even though it has "supported the UCC Bill" in Parliament. His remarks highlight the delicate balance JD(U) must maintain within the BJP‑led NDA alliance, especially in a state now headed by a BJP chief minister.

Rajak’s comments came a day after Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the UCC would be "implemented across 21 NDA‑ruled states by 2029." The statement sparked unease within JD(U), a party that has long courted the Muslim electorate but has struggled to gain traction due to its alliance with the BJP.

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Recalling former chief minister Nitish Kumar as the party’s “supreme leader,” Rajak said, “Our stance was made clear long ago: while we back the UCC Bill in Parliament, we are not in favour of implementing it in Bihar.” He added that the presence of a BJP chief minister does not change JD(U)’s position, as the government is run with the help of allies.

Other JD(U) figures remained cautious. State minister Shrawon Kumar, who heads the party’s legislative wing in Bihar, said, “Our spokespersons will address this issue; I will comment after hearing them.” National spokesman Rajiv Ranjan Prasad noted, “Our national working president, Sanjay Kumar Jha, is in talks with Amit Shah on the UCC matter.”

The main opposition, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), slammed the proposal as “BJP’s politics of hate” that would hurt Muslims. RJD spokesperson Shakti Yadav warned, “Bihar is a bastion of secularism; we will not stand by while any step endangers the Muslim community.”

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that JD(U)’s resistance could strain the NDA coalition’s cohesion, as the party’s base includes minority voters who may view the UCC as a threat to personal laws, potentially reshaping Bihar’s electoral dynamics.

"The UCC debate is a litmus test for India’s secular fabric; imposing it in a diverse state like Bihar carries significant political risk," says political analyst Anjali Singh.
Did You Know?: The concept of a Uniform Civil Code was first introduced in the 1950 Constituent Assembly debates, yet it remains unimplemented at the national level.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Could JD(U)’s opposition to UCC jeopardize its alliance with the BJP?

A: Yes, it could create friction within the NDA, especially if the central government pushes forward with the UCC agenda.

Q2: What impact would a UCC rollout have on Bihar’s Muslim community?

A: Experts warn it could alter personal laws governing marriage, inheritance, and divorce, sparking social and legal challenges.