Archive · 20 May 2025
Kerala Challenges 2025 Waqf Act in Supreme Court
Kerala is taking the government to court over new rules about Muslim religious properties (Waqf).
They worry the rules will take away the rights of Muslims in the state.
The state fears that it will alter the nature of the properties.
The court will now decide if the new rules should be paused while the case is ongoing.
Many people have complained about these new rules, which could change how Waqf properties are managed.
Kerala has challenged the Waqf (Amendment) Act of 2025 in the Supreme Court.
The state is intervening to protect the rights of Muslims.
Kerala claims the amendments could alter the nature of waqf properties.
The Supreme Court will hear arguments for and against an interim stay.
Over 100 petitions have been filed against the 2025 amendments.
- Who
- Kerala, Muslim community, Supreme Court.
- What
- A legal challenge against the Waqf (Amendment) Act of 2025.
- When
- The Supreme Court will hear the case on May 20th. Litigation began in April 2025
- Where
- Supreme Court
- Why
- To protect the rights of Muslims regarding waqf properties and challenge the Waqf (Amendment) Act of 2025.
Muslim Community Concerns
Government's Stance
Waqf Property Management
Muslim Community Concerns
The amendments threaten the community's right to manage their waqf properties.
Government's Stance
Not addressed in the article.
Composition of Waqf Boards
Muslim Community Concerns
Inclusion of non-Muslims in waqf administrative bodies is seen as infringement.
Government's Stance
Not addressed in the article.
- Case
- Waqf (Amendment) Act of 2025
- Court
- Supreme Court
- Petitioner
- Kerala
- Concern
- Muslim Rights and Waqf Property
- Hearing Date
- May 20
