Supreme Court Hints at Interim Relief on Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 Amidst Rising Legal and Social Concerns
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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...