SC’s Interim Order on Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025

On 15th September 2025, the Supreme Court (SC) declined to suspend the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 in its entirety, but stayed the operation of certain contentious provisions pending further judicial scrutiny.

Challenge against the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025

  • The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, passed in April, introduced significant reforms in the governance of Waqf properties and institutions.
  • Petitioners argued it infringes Article 26, which safeguards religious communities’ right to manage their own affairs.

SC’s Judgment: Key Highlights

Provisions Stayed by the SC

Collector’s Powers over Waqf Properties

  • SC stayed Section 3C provisions empowering collectors to declare Waqf land ....
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