# Indian states move toward Uniform Civil Codes > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indian-states-move-toward-uniform-civil-codes > Updated: 2026-08-15T15:41:16.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Chief Ministers in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh have announced intentions to implement Uniform Civil Codes (UCC) within their respective states. In Rajasthan, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma introduced the ‘Rajasthan Civil Code 2026’, stating the initiative aims to align with Article 44 of the Indian Constitution to provide a consistent legal framework for all citizens. Alongside this, the Rajasthan government is pursuing legislative measures such as the ‘Rajasthan Unrest Area Act’ to address communal security and the ‘Illegal Conversion Prohibition Act’ to target fraudulent religious conversions. In Madhya Pradesh, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav confirmed that the UCC, which has already been passed by the state Assembly, will be enforced to promote social harmony and eliminate discriminatory practices. Yadav framed the move as adhering to the principle of ‘one nation, one constitution, one head and one flag’ to ensure uniform application of laws. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-15: Indian states Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh move toward Uniform Civil Code Chief Ministers of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh have announced the implementation of Uniform Civil Codes to ensure legal uniformity and social harmony in accordance with the Indian Constitution. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-states-rajasthan-and-madhya-pradesh-move-toward-uniform-civil-code ### 2026-08-15: Rajasthan government to introduce Rajasthan Civil Code 2026 Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma announced plans for the ‘Rajasthan Civil Code 2026’ to align with Article 44 of the Indian Constitution and ensure a uniform legal framework. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rajasthan-government-to-introduce-rajasthan-civil-code-2026 --- Cite as: Indian states move toward Uniform Civil Codes. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/indian-states-move-toward-uniform-civil-codes