MP UCC Bill: Bhopal Qazi Demands Muslim Exemption for Personal Law Protection

Bhopal Qazi Maulana Syed Mushtaq Ali Nadvi has urged Madhya Pradesh to exempt Muslims from the UCC Bill 2026, citing religious freedom concerns. He argued that Muslim personal laws on marriage and inheritance should remain protected. Nadvi noted that if tribals are excluded, Muslims should be too. Critics claim the bill threatens privacy and faith. The Minorities Forum and Christian leaders also oppose it, demanding broader consultations. Confusion rose after false rumors linked the law to cousin marriages. Applications for nikah surged. Officials later clarified misinterpretations in Hindi translations. The bill awaits presidential approval.