Proposed Reforms to the Waqf Act of 1995: Enhancing Accountability and Inclusivity

The proposed bill to reform the Waqf Act of 1995 is a critical step towards improving the accountability and inclusivity of Waqf boards in India.

Why in news? The Waqf Act of 1995 is relevant in Indian discussion to this day, and focuses on possible reforming of the act with the help of the government bill. The above proposed bill aims to enforce good governance accountability in the Waqf boards as well as ensuring that women’s representation be extended to … Read more