Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal criticized the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, claiming it aims to control waqf properties via executive processes rather than judicial ones. He argued the law jeopardizes religious practices by enabling the government to declare waqf properties void, thus challenging constitutional protections and garnering wide opposition in the Supreme Court.
Today, On 9th April, Samajwadi Party MP from Sambhal, Zia Ur Rehman Barq, has filed a case in the Supreme Court against the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. He said the new law is unfair to the Muslim community. According to him, it puts special restrictions on Waqf properties that are not there for other religions. He believes this law is against the idea of equality and religious freedom in India.
Today, On 8th April, The All India Association of Jurists filed a petition in the Supreme Court challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. The petition argues that the Act infringes upon fundamental rights and violates constitutional principles. It raises concerns over increased government control and the inclusion of non-Muslim members in Waqf Boards. The case is expected to prompt a significant judicial review of the newly enforced legislation.
Today, On 8th April, The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, came into effect on April 8, 2025, after being passed by Parliament and receiving the President’s assent. The Act introduces key reforms in the governance of waqf properties across India. It aims to enhance transparency, prevent misuse, and improve administrative efficiency. The Ministry of Minority Affairs has issued an official notification confirming its enforcement.
A fresh plea has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf Act, 2025. The petition argues that the Act amounts to a “blatant intrusion into the rights of a religious group to manage its own affairs concerning religion.” It claims the legislation violates Article 26 of the Constitution, which guarantees religious denominations autonomy in religious matters. The court is yet to list the matter for detailed hearing.
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On Tuesday (6th August), a bill to amend Waqf board regulations was circulated among Lok Sabha members. It proposes significant changes, including the inclusion of Muslim women and non-Muslims in the boards and seeks to rename the Waqf Act, 1995, to the Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency and Development Act, 1995.
