Central Hall | Can the Supreme Court's Waqf Act Order Rein in the Government's Plans?

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Description: The discussion explores critical aspects such as Waqf properties, the concept of Waqf by user, government regulation, the court’s stay on certain provisions, and the potential litigations that may arise.

The discussion explores critical aspects such as Waqf properties, the concept of Waqf by user, government regulation, the court’s stay on certain provisions, and the potential litigations that may arise.

Kapil Sibal

central hall can the supreme court s waqf act order rein in the government s plans

Muslim petitioners interact with an advocate at the Supreme Court lawn during hearing on pleas challenging the Waqf Act amendments, in New Delhi. (File image) Photo: PTI

In this episode of Central Hall, Kapil Sibal delves into the Supreme Court’s recent interim order concerning the Waqf Act and its constitutional implications. The discussion explores critical aspects such as Waqf properties, the concept of Waqf by user, government regulation, the court’s stay on certain provisions, and the potential litigations that may arise. Joining him are distinguished experts – Professor Faizan Mustafa, senior advocate M.R. Shamshad, and academic-activist Shahrukh Alam – who provide nuanced insights from legal, historical, and socio-political perspectives on the far-reaching impact of this decision.

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