The Karnataka High Court Today (Oct 16) issued notice to the State government on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging a government order (GO) that authorises district Wakf boards to issue marriage certificates to married Muslim couples. Court directed the State to file its reply to the petition filed by one Alam Pasha by November 12. The petitioner told the Court that the Wakf Act, 1995, did not confer any statutory powers on Wakf boards to issue marriage certificates and, therefore, the State’s order issued in August last year was illegal.
Karnataka High Court emphasized the need for a thorough inquiry before altering ownership records concerning private property. In a case involving disputed land, the court ruled in favor of a petitioner whose ownership claim was challenged by the Wakf Board. The court highlighted the burden of proof on the Board and directed a proper legal process for resolving the dispute.
