CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: The Supreme Court of India is scheduled to hear a significant petition today challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf Amendment Act. The petitioners argue that several provisions of the amended Act violate the fundamental rights enshrined in the Constitution, particularly those related to equality before the law and the right to property. According to the plea, the Waqf Board has been granted unchecked powers, including the authority to declare properties as waqf without proper investigation or consent from the current owners.
The challenge also questions the lack of transparency and accountability in the procedures adopted under the Act, alleging that it leads to arbitrary encroachments and disputes. The petitioners include affected individuals and property owners who claim that their lands were wrongfully categorized as waqf property without due process. Legal experts believe the case could have far-reaching implications on land laws and religious endowment governance in India. The Centre and the Waqf Boards are expected to present their defense during the hearing. With increasing national attention on the matter, the Supreme Court’s decision is expected to be a landmark ruling that may redefine the powers of religious boards and the protection of property rights under Indian law.
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