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Waqf Act Amendments: Tighter control, more women and non-Muslims members, five key changes to Waqf law

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Waqf Act Amendments: Tighter control, more women and non-Muslims members, five key changes to Waqf law

The Centre has introduced a Bill in Parliament to amend the 1995 Waqf Act, aiming to enhance accountability and transparency in the functioning of Waqf boards and ensure mandatory inclusion of women. This initiative responds to demands from within the Muslim community and includes around 40 amendments. The Bill mandates mandatory verification for property claims … Read more

Waqf boards: Bill seeking changes in Wakf Act in works

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Waqf boards: Bill seeking changes in Wakf Act in works

The Centre may bring a bill soon in Parliament seeking several amendments in the Wakf Act, including a check on sweeping powers of the Waqf boards to declare any land as its own property, sources said. The bill is likely to propose around 40 amendments in the Wakf Act. The bill was approved by the … Read more