Union Minister Kiren Rijiju recently said while passing the Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2025, “There is no safe place for minorities in India.” This statement gives an important message regarding the protection and rights of minorities in the country. Let us see what is the purpose of this bill related to Waqf properties and what will be its impact on the society?
2025 Waqf (Amendment) Bill: What is it?
The Muslim community handles Waqf property and uses it for religious, social and education. The Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2025 aims to make the functioning of Waqf Boards more transparent and effective by amending the existing laws.
Several new provisions have been included in this bill for the registration, use and administration of Waqf Board property. Its main objective is to prevent illegal sale and misuse of Waqf property.
Key rules of the bill
- Protection of Waqf properties: Now the misuse of Waqf properties will be prevented by keeping them under government surveillance.
- Strict law on illegal acquisition: Strict action will be taken against those who make illegal acquisition of Waqf land.
- Digital recording system: Waqf properties will be digitized so that records can be easily viewed and tracked.
- Transparency and accountability: There will be active participation of the government and more transparency in the system of Waqf boards.
- Efforts to strengthen communities: This law will strengthen the educational and religious institutions of the Muslim community.
Kiran Rijiju’s reaction on the passage of the bill
Kiran Rijiju said after the bill was passed in the Lok Sabha that minorities are given full protection in India and they are the safest. He also said that the government’s goal is to give equal rights and opportunities to all communities.
How much security do minorities have in India?
India is a secular country, where all religions have equal rights.
The Constitution gives religious freedom.
Minorities get special opportunities and facilities from various government schemes.
Minorities get special assistance in employment, education and health.
Opposition and support
Some opposition parties have described this bill as a step towards transparency and reform, but the government has questioned it.
The opposition says that this bill can control the Waqf Boards.
Some organizations believe that the government should have discussed more before implementing it.
Many intellectuals and religious leaders of the Muslim community, however, have described it as a good action.
Effect of this law
- Protection of religious places: This will protect mosques, dargahs and other religious places.
- Benefits to minority communities: This will give the Muslim community an opportunity to spend their property better.
- Reduction in judicial cases: Illegal acquisition and property disputes are expected to reduce.
- Promoting education and development: Waqf property will be properly utilized in education and health sectors.
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The government claimed that by passing the Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2025, it will further strengthen the rights of minorities. The Constitution of India provides equality and justice to all citizens.
The success of any law, however, depends on its right impact. The government has to ensure that this bill will help the minorities and protect their religious and social property. There will be debate about this bill at the political and social level, but its main objective is to increase security and transparency.
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