The Supreme Court defines matruka property and the role of a Will in inheritance. Learn how Muslim law succession rules govern the distribution of property left behind by a deceased.
The Bombay High Court ruled that the 2019 law prohibiting instant triple talaq applies only to Talaq-e-Bidat, not Talaq-e-Ahsan. The Court quashed an FIR against a man who properly followed the Talaq-e-Ahsan method, clarifying that his divorce was legal under Islamic law, thus not violating the 2019 Act.
The Supreme Court of India will hear ten petitions, including one by MP Asaduddin Owaisi, challenging the Wakf (Amendment) Act, 2025 on April 16. This Act introduces significant changes to the management of waqf properties, increasing Central Government authority and altering the criteria for declaring waqf, raising concerns among communities.
The Rajasthan High Court ruled that a mosque falls under the definition of ‘Waqf,’ and any disputes regarding such properties must be adjudicated by the Waqf Tribunal. The case involved a dispute over the Madina Zama Masjid, where the petitioners (defendants) claimed ownership of the property. The court emphasized that matters related to Waqf properties […]
The government plans to limit the Waqf Board’s authority in declaring properties as ‘waqf assets’ and taking control over them. This legislation, which aims to enhance transparency and accountability, is part of broader efforts to address concerns about the arbitrary powers of the Waqf Boards. The proposed changes will require mandatory verification of properties and involve district magistrates in monitoring waqf properties.