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  🚨 SC Signals Stay on Key Provisions of Waqf Amendment Act, 2025 In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India on Wednesday indicated the possibility of passing an interim order to stay certain contentious provisions of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 . This comes in light of mounting legal challenges and widespread concerns regarding potential constitutional violations and communal sensitivities. A three-judge bench , comprising Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna , and Justices PV Sanjay Kumar and KV Viswanathan , expressed deep concern, particularly over the ongoing violence in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district , reportedly linked to Waqf-related issues. 🔍 Key Provisions Likely to Be Stayed The bench highlighted the following sections of the Waqf Amendment Act that may be put on hold through an interim order: Inclusion of non-Muslims in Waqf Boards and the Central Waqf Council , a major shift from the earlier Muslim-only structure. De-notification of proper...

Governor in India: Powers, Functions, and Constitutional Provisions Who is a Governor? A Governor is the constitutional head of a state in India, functioning as the executive authority at the state level. The Governor represents the President of India and acts as a link between the state and the central government . Appointment and Tenure of the Governor 🔹 Article 153-162 of the Indian Constitution lays down the provisions related to the office of the Governor. 🔹 Appointed by the President of India under Article 155 . 🔹 Holds office for a term of 5 years , but serves at the pleasure of the President under Article 156 . 🔹 There is no fixed retirement age for a Governor. Powers and Functions of a Governor 1️⃣ Executive Powers (Article 154, 162, 166, 167) ✅ Head of the State Executive but acts on the aid and advice of the Chief Minister and Council of Ministers . ✅ Appoints the Chief Minister , Ministers, Advocate General, and State Election Commissioner. ✅ Admi...