Shillong: Michael Syiem is ready to talk about the Uniform Civil Code in Meghalaya. He serves as the convenor for the Maitshaphrang Movement. Syiem claims the code might work if it locks in laws for marriage registration, divorce maintenance, and how families split up ancestral or self-acquired property. He made the comments on Friday.
These views remain personal. They do not reflect the stance of the Maitshaphrang Movement. "Since the UCC is related to civil matters and not religion or culture, we can discuss the UCC," Syiem said.
Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma weighed in on September 16. He wants to factor in the tribal and matrilineal customs of the state before moving forward. Sangma promised to host talks with citizens, political parties, and local stakeholders. Any final decision depends on these sessions.
Syiem has pushed these property issues since 1982. The state eventually passed rules covering self-acquired property for the Khasi and Jaintia people. For years, the movement used pamphlets, street plays, and dramas to highlight gaps in inheritance laws. They worry the current system neglects the rights of daughters. The debate continues to grow as the state squares national policy against deep-seated local tradition.
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