The Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2025 aims to:
I. Abolish Waqf board completely
II. Streamline the management of Waqf properties
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2025 does not aim to abolish Waqf Boards, but to streamline the management of Waqf properties and bring transparency to their functioning.
Key objectives and provisions of the Bill:
Improvement in Management: The Bill primarily aims to make the process of registration and administration of Waqf properties more efficient and transparent.
Inclusivity: It proposes to mandate representation of women and non-Muslims in Waqf Boards and the Central Waqf Council.
Redistribution of Powers: The Bill seeks to clarify and strengthen the role of the District Magistrate in investigating claims of properties being 'Waqf'.
Monitoring: Emphasis is placed on digitizing data through a central portal to prevent misuse of Waqf properties.