Asaduddin Owaisi responded to judicial overreach allegations by saying the Supreme Court must examine whether a law violates fundamental rights, freedoms, or the basic structure of the Constitution. He added that such scrutiny is a constitutional responsibility.
Today, On 17th April, The Centre informed the Supreme Court that it will not appoint non-Muslims to Waqf boards and will de-notify existing Waqfs for the time being. This statement came during the ongoing challenge to the Waqf Amendment Act, as the government assured no changes will occur until further directions from the court.
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The Uttarakhand Waqf Board has requested the Supreme Court to join a case challenging the Waqf (Amendment) Act, supporting the law’s constitutional validity. The Board sees itself as a vital participant due to its role in managing Waqf properties, addressing concerns about property genuineness and illegal encroachments while seeking to assist the court.
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 Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind is challenging the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, in the Supreme Court, claiming it infringes on Muslim religious freedoms and violates the Constitution. Several other organizations and leaders have joined in opposing the law, raising concerns about its discriminatory nature and its transfer of Waqf authority to the Central Government.